Fortress Falklands Ready for Future Invasion Bid

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In 1982 all that stood between Argentina and control of the Falkland Islands was a small force of Royal Marines. Today's "Fortress Falklands" is an entirely different proposition, with 1,500 British troops on the ground and major reinforcements just a flight away.

Despite British commitments in Iraq, Afghanistan and elsewhere, senior officers insist that the UK still has the military might to repel any invasion should it ever be required.

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Fortress Falklands Ready for Future Invasion Bid

In April 1982, a small garrison of Royal Marines was in place at Moody Brook close to the capital, Stanley. By accident of timing, the invasion coincided with the hand...

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