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Falklands Invaded as Britain Begins Its Air Response

On 2 April 1982, Argentina invaded the Falkland Islands, and the RAF began the urgent air planning and support effort behind Britain’s response.

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On 2 April 1982, Argentina invaded the Falkland Islands, and the RAF began the urgent air planning and support effort behind Britain’s response.
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