The Historical Association: Foreign Secretaries: the evolution of the role across the Twentieth Century

Ted Morris will deliver a lecture for The Historical Association exploring how the role of Foreign Secretary changed across the twentieth century. The talk considers both the political standing of the office-holder and Britain’s changing place in the world, drawing on the experience of the thirty-one men who held the post.

The lecture also looks at the factors that may contribute to a successful tenure in the role. A particular focus is placed on Portsmouth’s James Callaghan, whose time as Foreign Secretary is often overlooked within his wider ministerial career.