Argentine Forces in the Falklands

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The announcement of the imminent withdrawal of the British Royal Navy's ice patrol ship HMS Endurance in early 1982 prompted the Argentinian Junta in Buenos Aires to plan a military grab of the Falklands -- a siege they assumed would succeed with little resistance. Such an adventure was attractive as a distraction for the Argentine public at a time of political unease. In April, the Junta, led by Gen. Leopoldo Galtieri, made its move. This fascinating book examines the history, organization and equipment of the Argentine forces that battled for control of this remote British outpost during the Falklands War (1982).

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The Ground War · Naval & Marine Units · Army Units · Combat Support · Logistic Support · Air Force · The Plates

Product details

Published Jul 30 1992
Format Paperback
Edition 1st
Extent 48
ISBN 9781855322271
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Illustrations 50 b/w; 8 col
Dimensions 10 x 7 inches
Series Men-at-Arms
Short code MAA 250
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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