Thatcher (surname) facts for kids
A "Thatcher" is a surname, which is a name that families share. One of the most famous people with this surname was Margaret Thatcher, who was a very important leader in the United Kingdom.
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Who Was Margaret Thatcher?
Margaret Thatcher (1925–2013) was a powerful British politician. She made history by becoming the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. She held this important job from 1979 to 1990. As Prime Minister, she was the head of the government and made many big decisions for the country.
Margaret Thatcher's Family
Margaret Thatcher was married to Denis Thatcher (1915–2003). He was a British businessman. Together, they had two children, a son and a daughter.
Mark Thatcher
Their son, Mark Thatcher (born 1953), is also a British businessman.
Carol Thatcher
Their daughter, Carol Thatcher (born 1953), became known as a British television personality.
Other People Named Thatcher
Another person with the surname Thatcher is Ben Thatcher (born 1975). He is a Welsh footballer. Footballers are professional players of the sport known as soccer in many parts of the world.
