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Montevideo, March 19th 2026 - 12:06 UTC

Tag: Falklands War

  • Thursday, February 19th 2026 - 23:43 UTC

    The rise and fall of Prince Andrew: Falklands war veteran, trade envoy and scandals

    Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's life went from frontline military service in the Falklands War to a high-profile trade role and years of recurring controversy

    Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor —until recently known publicly as Prince Andrew— was detained on Thursday in Norfolk and later released “under investigation” in a probe into suspected misconduct in public office linked to his association with Jeffrey Epstein, police said. King Charles III said in a statement that “the law must take its course” and that a “full, fair and proper process” should follow.

  • Monday, September 22nd 2025 - 23:09 UTC

    Last Falklands War submariner (Churchill and Vanguard Classes) retires after 46 years RN

    Mr Hutchinson served as a control room watch-keeper during the submarine’s mission in the Falklands conflict.

    The last serving Falklands War submariner from HMS Conqueror has retired after 46 years in the Royal Navy. Chief Petty Officer (CPO) Gary Hutchinson, 64, was honored during a ceremony at HM Naval Base Clyde (HMNB Clyde) held last week.

  • Saturday, June 14th 2025 - 17:40 UTC

    Falkland Islanders mark 43 years since Liberation from Argentine occupation

    For the Falkland Islanders, Liberation Day remains a symbol of peace hard-won and of the enduring commitment to democratic governance under the UK flag. Photo: FIG

    On a calm winter morning, the Falkland Islands commemorated the 43rd anniversary of their liberation from Argentine occupation in 1982, with ceremonies and community gatherings held in the capital, Stanley. This Monday is a national holiday in the archipelago, a date that corresponds to the shift from Saturday, June 14, when the community of the Islands together with the internal self-government, represented by the eight elected members of the Legislative Assembly commemorates and celebrates Liberation Day, “a solemn and proud moment in the history” of the Islands.

  • Saturday, June 14th 2025 - 10:55 UTC

    Falklands to mark Liberation Day with community ceremonies and reflection on sovereignty

    A parade and ceremony will be held at the Liberation Monument at 11:00 am. Photo: MercoPress

    The Falkland Islands will commemorate Liberation Day today, marking 43 years since the end of Argentine occupation in 1982. A series of official events will highlight the Islands’ enduring connection to the United Kingdom and honor those who served during the conflict.

  • Tuesday, May 27th 2025 - 16:12 UTC

    Falklands representative honors 1982 War dead at Cunard Memorial rededication in Liverpool

    The FIG Representative, Richard Hyslop, at the Cunard War Memorial rededication service in Liverpool with other attendees and dignitaries. Photo: Tony Storey, Cruise Media Services

    The Falkland Islands Government Representative to the UK and Europe, Richard Hyslop, took part in a solemn rededication ceremony at the Cunard War Memorial on Sunday, May 25, marking the 43rd anniversary of the sinking of the Atlantic Conveyor during the Falklands War.

  • Monday, May 26th 2025 - 10:20 UTC

    Argentine Navy Falklands War sloop sank as practice target

    Eight crewmembers of the ARA Sobral died in combat on May 2, 1982

    The Argentine Navy's sloop ARA Alférez Sobral, of the 1982 War action, was sunk as a firing practice target off the coast near Necochea due to insufficient funds for maintenance. Departing from Mar del Plata Naval Base, the ship, originally the USS Salish from World War II and later named after Argentine explorer José María Sobral, was towed to its final resting place at coordinates 39°54'S, 59°30'W.

  • Monday, May 5th 2025 - 06:11 UTC

    Argentina remembers the sinking of General Belgrano on May 2nd 1982

    Half the crew of ARA General Belgrano, 323 men lost their lives (Pic gov.ar)

    Last Friday, 2nd May Argentina held a remembrance ceremony of the sinking of ARA General Belgrano, which was the largest single loss of lives during the Falkland Islands conflict of 1982.The ceremony took place at the Puerto Belgrano Naval Base headed by Defense minister Luis Petri and all the commanders of the Argentine armed forces three services.

  • Wednesday, April 9th 2025 - 07:31 UTC

    RAF farewell to Puma HC2s choppers, which saw combat on both sides in the Falklands war

    After 54 years of continuous service, Britain’s Royal Air Force’s (RAF’s) Puma fleet retired on March 31, 2025, concluding a remarkable career that began in 1971. The farewell flights on March 26 and 27 saw Puma HC2s soar over the United Kingdom and Cyprus, with additional fly-pasts in Brunei, marking the end of an era for this versatile helicopter.

  • Thursday, April 3rd 2025 - 10:30 UTC

    Milei promotes war veterans to reserve second lieutenants

    “The first step to advance our demands is to honor those who have historically fought and given their lives for them,” Casa Rosada argued in a statement

    Argentine President Javier Milei signed a decree promoting combatants in the 1982 Falklands/Malvinas War who wished to enlist as reserve officers -known as “aspiring reserve officers” or AOR- to the rank of Second Lieutenant.

  • Wednesday, February 26th 2025 - 08:51 UTC

    Falklands, Eleven Veterans complete kayak and trek expedition to honor lost friends

    The group of eleven Veterans rest as they finish their expedition (Pic Cockleshell22)

    A team of veterans have completed an expedition to commemorate fallen comrades of the Falklands War. Former Royal Marine Tom Rendell, from Bristol, has led 11 men as they follow different actions the 3 Commando Brigade made during 1982 - from landing to freeing the capital Stanley.

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