BELLWORK: 11/17 List three effects of the Falklands War for Argentina. List three effects of the Falklands War for Britain. THINKER: List four reasons the Falklands War was a limited war.

Air warfare/strategies

Land Strategies

Britain’s Invasion of the Falklands British supply ship Atlantic Conveyor entered San Carlos Bay on May 5 carrying the helicopters and troops needed to get to Stanley. Two Argentine aircraft released Exocets aimed at two British frigates The frigates fired up metal foil to confuse the missiles’ radar Instead, the Exocets picked up a new target…Atlantic Conveyor Missiles sunk the ship and destroyed all helicopters on board British now forced to walk four days to the capital (open to attack) carrying 120 pounds of gear Split their ground forces into 2: 500 for “morale boost” at Goose Green 2,000 to re-capture the capital of Stanley

Britain's invasion of the Falklands – split into 2: Goose Green Stanley

British Night Fighting British forces trained to fight in night as effectively as day This was effective against defended targets and open terrain Key was consistent communication and continual movement!

Key Land Battles Goose Green Stanley Capital of the Falklands Main British force of 2,000 men Attack over 2 nights Troops land & launch 3-prong attack to surround hills around city Move on city while 30 seek higher ground to force Arg. retreat Success! Argentina loses will to fight and surrenders! Strategic Port with air strip 500 Brits move South to achieve “morale boost” Plan: attack air field in dark and take settlement by day Argentina: defensive position on hills – surround British with artillery and mine fields Britain out in open – no cover & vulnerable Air support arrives and bombs Argentina’s defensive positions Britain threatens to try Argentina for civilian deaths if fighting continued

Britain wins Stanley! Argentine POW’s in Stanley Confiscated Argentine Weapons

Review: Why was the Falklands War “limited?”

20th Century Battlefields: Falklands (BBC) As we watch the video, take notes on: Important Events (battles, ships, turning points, etc.) Strategies Used New weapons/technology https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPab6Hhk9Rw

Why did Britain win the Falklands War? British Advantages Argentine Disadvantages Better training US aide Better strategy Position in the UN High Morale In your opinion, what was the biggest advantage Britain had, leading to their victory? Lack of training & confidence Forces were divided & unorganized Bad planning & strategies Weapon failures Lack of leadership No aide from allies In your opinion, what was the biggest disadvantage Argentina had, leading to their loss?

Short-Term Effects of War: 904 total deaths (including 3 islanders) Argentina Britain 746 killed 1,200 wounded 11,313 POW’s 1 cruiser, 1 submarine, 4 cargo vessels, 2 patrol boats, 25 helicopters, 35 fighters, 2 bombers, 4 cargo aircraft 250 killed 770 wounded 115 POW’s 2 destroyers, 2 frigates, 24 helicopters, 10 fighters, 1 bomber

East Falkland Cemeteries Argentine Military Cemetery British Military Cemetery

Several minefields still exist in East Falkland

Long-Term Effects of War: 904 total deaths (including 3 islanders) Argentina Britain Junta resigns New political parties formed 1983: elections held Limited economic growth Inflation – 900% Foreign aide to settle debt Still claim the islands Political victory for Thatcher Thatcher seen as decisive leader to the public Increased military spending Increased defense of the islands

British Media’s portrayal of the war

Argentine Media’s portrayal of the war (“we’re winning”)