Great Britain has lost an empire and has not yet found a role.

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Great Britain has lost an empire and has not yet found a role.

Dean Acheson

The Guardian · 1962

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Acheson, Dean. "Special Relationship." 6 Dec. 1962, West Point, NY, USA.

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