25th Anniversary of the Liberation of the Falklands: Armed Services - 2007 Unc Cupro Nickel Coin

The long running dispute between Britain and Argentina over the ownership of the Falkland Islands was brought to a head on the 19^th March 1982 when 50 Argentines landed on South Georgia Island and hoisted their flag.  Under the order of Galtieri, President of Argentina, the invasion of the Falkland Islands was declared on 2^nd April which triggered the start of the War.  The British Government then lead by Margaret Thatcher responded to this attack by sending a large task force to recapture the Islands, including a member of the British Royal Family, Prince Andrew, who personally fought in the battle.  The Campaign launched by Margaret Thatcher, which probably initiated her nickname of the ‘Iron Lady’, was one of the most memorable events in post-war British History, in which British Forces operated 8,000 miles from home and in terrible conditions.  Nearly 1,000 people lost their lives during the 74 day conflict but the War was brought to an end on 14^th June, with the surrender of Argentina and the announcement of Britain as the victor.