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On This Day: 1982 Invasion of the Falkland Islands

On this day 33 years ago, Argentine forces launched the invasion of the Falkland Islands, beginning the Falklands War. 
 
The Argentines mounted amphibious landings, with the invasion ending with the battle and final surrender of Government House.
 
The video is an extract from the live broadcast of the Falkland Islands Broadcasting Service on this day 33 years ago.
 
 
 
 

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