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Falkland Islands

Although the Falkland Islands are a British territory, they are actually located in the South Atlantic Ocean, near Argentina. This is often a source of political tensions.

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What is exocet?

A French Anti-ship missile. Unlike anti-ship missiles from other countries, like the US Navy Harpoon, the French Exocet has actually proved itself in combat (HMS Sheffield in Falklands War 1982, and USS Stark in Iran-Iraq War 1987).

What is the value of a 1982 Falkland Islands proof coin set?

A Falklands Islands 1982 8 coin Proof set (Elizabeth II)(Liberation 14th June 1982), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £35 GBP.

A Falklands Islands 1982 7 coin Proof set (Elizabeth II)(Liberation 14th June 1982), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £25 GBP.

The values quoted are the best possible for the best specimens in their grades, but may be significantly lower due to varying demand for the coin and the prevailing economic climate. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.

What was Margaret Thatcher's role in the Falklands war?

Margaret Thatcher was British Prime Minister at the time of the Falklands Campaign of 1982 and as such it was she who decided to send a military task force to recapture the islands from the Argentinian invaders.

In what ocean are the the Falkland islands located?

The Flakland islands are in the South Atlantic Ocean off the coast of South America.

Where was HMS ark royal during the Falklands war?

if you are referring to the Harrier carrier, it was under construction at the time. If you are referring to the conventional carrier, it was being scrapped at the time and was too far gone to be of any use.

Was there a draft of British men during the Falklands war?

No. The UK has had a volunteer army since 1962. Reservists were called up. These comprised recent ex-servicemen who were still contractually obliged and the Territorial Army, who are 'weekend' soldiers.

How do you get to the Falklands from the UK?

There is an air service operated by the UK Ministry of Defence. Although primarily intended to support UK armed forces, spare capacity is offered to the islanders and other passengers at commercial rates

What type of penguin lives on the Falkland islands?

King Penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus)

Gentoo Penguins (Pygoscelis papua)

Rockhopper Penguins (Eudyptes chrysocome)

are the main species that breed on the Falklands.

What country controls the Falk-land island off the coast of South America?

The Falkland Islands are a self governing Overseas Territory of the United Kingdom.

What country controls the Falkland Islands of the coast of South America?

The islands are a self-governing Overseas Territory of the United Kingdom, but have been the subject of a claim to sovereignty by Argentina since the re-assertion of British sovereignty in 1833.

Source: Wikipedia

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Were most of the submarines in the Falklands War nuclear powered?

Argentina had diesel-electric submarines while the British had nuclear-powered submarines.

Where are 2 islands in the south Atlantic ocean off the coast of south America?

The two main islands (amongst hundreds of islands and islets) are West Falkland and East Falkland, collectively known as the Falkland Islands.

What territory are The Falkland Islands?

The Falkland Islands are a self governing British Overseas Territory.