Invasion 1982: The Falkland Islanders' Story - Rilegato

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ISBN 10: 1844155188 ISBN 13: 9781844155187

Casa editrice: Pen & Sword, 2007

Riassunto

Falkland Islanders were the first British people to come under enemy occupation since the Channel Islanders during the Second World War. This book tells how islanders' warnings were ignored in London, how their slim defenses gave way to a massive invasion, and how they survived occupation.

While some established a cautiously pragmatic modus vivendi with the occupiers, some Islanders opted for active resistance. Others joined advancing British troops, transporting ammunition and leading men to the battlefields. Islanders' leaders and 'trouble makers' faced internal exile, and whole settlements were imprisoned, becoming virtual hostages.

A new chapter about Falklands history since 1982 reveals that while the Falklands have benefited greatly from Britain’s ongoing commitment to them, a cold war continues in the south Atlantic. To the annoyance of the Argentines, the islands have prospered, and may now be poised on the brink of an oil bonanza.

REVIEWS

"...reads like a gripping adventure yarn...an inspiring story....a terrific read".
British Heritage Magazine 12/07

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Pen & Sword
• Data di pubblicazione: 2007
• ISBN 10: 1844155188
• ISBN 13: 9781844155187
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 234