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Argentine Forces in the Falklands

By: Osprey

Type: Softcover

Product Line: Men-at-Arms - Post World War II

Last Stocked on 2/10/2020

Product Info

Title
Argentine Forces in the Falklands
Publisher
Category
Author
Nicholas Van Der Bijl
Publish Year
1992
Pages
48
Dimensions
7.25x9.75x.25"
NKG Part #
2147343679
MFG. Part #
OSPMAA250
Type
Softcover
Series
MAA250

Description

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.