Falklands War

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the date of conflict?April 2, 1982 – June 14, 1982
2. What is the location?Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and South Sandwich Islands (South Atlantic Ocean)
3. Why did Argentina invade the Falkland Islands?Argentina's military leaders wanted to strengthen their support at home during a time of economic and political trouble. They invaded the islands to show power.
4. How did the United Kingdom respond to the invasion?The UK sent a large naval force, including aircraft carriers, destroyers, and frigates, across 13,000 kilometers to the South Atlantic. They fought the Argentine forces and landed troops on the islands.

Sovereignty Dispute: A disagreement between nations over which country has ultimate authority and control over a specific territory.
Military Junta: A government led by a committee of military leaders, often taking power through a coup.
Self-Determination: The right of a people to choose their own form of government and political status, free from external control.
Crown Colony: A territory ruled directly by the monarch of the United Kingdom, represented by a governor.