Falklands 40th Anniversary Plaque Unveiling

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 Wednesday, April 20, 2022 - 10:02
Falklands 40th Anniversary Plaque Unveiling

Members of British Forces Gibraltar gathered at Ragged Staff Gates to commemorate the Falklands 40th Anniversary.


The service was attended by Commander British Forces, Commodore Steve Dainton, His Excellency the Governor, Vice Admiral Sir David Steel, and the Chief Minister Fabian Picardo, the Gibraltar Heritage Trusts Dr Ferrell and the Friends of Gibraltar.
On 2 April 1982, Argentine forces invaded and occupied the Falkland Islands. Three days
later, on 5 April, a UK task force set sail to recapture the Islands and restore freedom for the Islanders.

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