bellwork 1.describe argentina’s advantages in the falklands war. 2.describe britain’s...
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BELLWORK1. Describe Argentina’s advantages in the Falklands War.2. Describe Britain’s disadvantages in the Falklands War. 3. Describe air warfare/strategies used in the Falklands. 4. Explain the sinking of the General Belgrano. Why was this
a turning point in the war? How did it change strategy?5. Describe how war was fought on land in the Falklands
(Include the key battles of Goose Green & Stanley)6. THINKER: List four reasons the Falklands War was a limited
war.
A British Sea Harrier plane on the deck of the HMS Invincible
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShvcULmHYlo
HMS Invincible in the South Atlantic
General Belgrano
HMS Sheffield
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CV8sI6BRF_o
British Media’s portrayal of
the war
Argentine Media’s
portrayal of the war
(“we’re winning”)
Britain's invasion of the Falklands• Goose
Green• Stanley
Britain wins Stanley!Argentine POW’s in Stanley Confiscated Argentine Weapons
20th Century Battlefields: Falklands (BBC)
• As we watch the video, take notes on:• Important Events (battles, ships, turning points,
etc.)• Strategies Used• New weapons/technology• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-8HxaDhn_E
PARTNER DISCUSSION1. Explain the events that led to an Argentine
surrender. 2. Why did Britain win? (Think about their
advantages and Argentine disadvantages)3. List three social effects of the Falklands War.
Britain's invasion of the Falklands• Goose
Green• Stanley
Effects of War: 904 total deaths (including 3 islanders)
Argentina Britain
• 255 killed• 775 wounded• 115 POW’s• 2 destroyers, 2 frigates, 24
helicopters, 10 fighters, 1 bomber
• 649 killed• 1,657 wounded• 11,313 POW’s• 1 cruiser, 1 submarine, 4
cargo vessels, 2 patrol boats, 25 helicopters, 35 fighters, 2 bombers, 4 cargo aircraft
East Falkland Cemeteries Argentine Military Cemetery British Military Cemetery
Several minefields still exist in East Falkland
British Media’s portrayal of
the war
Argentine Media’s
portrayal of the war
(“we’re winning”)
Foreign Involvement in the FalklandsRole of the UN• Attempted to find negotiated
peace• Resolution 502 (did not take
action when broken)• GB supported by Security
Council (until Belgrano)• Ceasefire resolution supported
by 9 countries; vetoed by GB
Role of the US• GB was key to Cold War
alliance• Ascension Island used as a
base• Supplied GB with aviation
fuel & missiles• Supported their veto in the
UN
Why did Britain win the Falklands War? (202)British Advantages• Better training• US aide• French aide• Position in the UN• High Morale• In your opinion, what was
the biggest advantage Britain had, leading to their victory?
Argentine Disadvantages• Lack of training & confidence• Forces were divided & unorganized• Bad planning & strategies• Weapon failures• Lack of leadership• No aide from allies• In your opinion, what was the
biggest disadvantage Argentina had, leading to their loss?
Results of the Falklands War• As you read pgs. 203-206, explain how the results of the
Falklands War in:– Argentina– Britain– USSR– US– Falkland Islands– UN
• Be ready to discuss!