The Falklands War

The Falklands War took place in 1982 between Argentina and the United Kingdom over the disputed Falkland Islands, located in the South Atlantic Ocean. Argentina invaded the islands, claiming them as their territory, which triggered a military response from the UK. British forces launched a successful campaign to reclaim the islands, resulting in their surrender on June 14, 1982. The conflict lasted about ten weeks and resulted in significant casualties. The war reaffirmed British control over the islands, while also intensifying political debates within Argentina regarding national identity and military governance.