The story of the 1982 Falklands Conflict told by those who were there.
The story of the 1982 Falklands Conflict told by those who were there.
14th June 1982, Liberation Day. British troops reach their objective and white flags fly over Port Stanley.
Argentinian forces sign the declaration of surrender at Government House and history is made as the British reclaim the Falkland Islands.
The resilience of the taskforce is met with respite as they lay down their weapons and begin the long journey back home.
It was a conflict that came with consequences; more than 900 people lost their lives. But the lasting legacy of peace and prosperity continues for those who live there now.
This is an original podcast from BFBS.
Presented by Ben Coley
Produced by Ben Coley, Jess Bracey, Jade Callaway, Gini Carlin, Tim Humphries and Hal Stewart
Sound Design by Joe Carden
Edited by Josella Waldron
With thanks to Paul Condon and Jane Franklin at Forces News.
For more about the 40th Anniversary of the Falklands Conflict: https://www.forces.net/falklands40
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