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The Hundred Days that saw the British response to General Galtiere of Argentina's invasion of the Falklands are for many British people the most remarkable of their lives.There will be massive revival of interest in this period in 2007 and this book covers all the main events of that momentous time.It describes the dark days of early April, the feverish response and forming of the Task Force, the anxieties and uncertainties, the naval and air battles that preceded the landings by 3 Commando Brigade and 5th Infantry Brigade.

The extraordinary battles such as Goose Green, Mount Tumbledown, Wireless Ridge etc are narrated fully but succinctly.

This is a very balanced overview of a never-to-be-repeated but triumphant chapter in British military history. ... Read more

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The 1982 Falklands War was not only one of the most extraordinary military confrontations of recent years but also a turning point in the politics of Britain and Argentina. This unusual book makes it possible for us to follow the development of the war from both sides, as two leading experts from the belligerents present an integrated, authoritative, and engrossing account of its origins and course. The work unravels the complex series of events leading to the occupation of the Falkland Islands on April 2, 1982 by Argentine forces and then follows the conflict through to their surrender to the British on June 14. The authors weave together the development of the military confrontation with the attempts by Americans, Peruvians, and the United Nations to help find solutions. ... Read more

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Not for hard core military history reader.
If you want to know every detail about diplomatic efforts and negotiations surrounding Las Malvinas (Falkland Islands) conflict, this is the right book. But if you are a hard core military history reader, this is not thebook for you. The narrative doesn't have the magic to make you feel likeyou were there. It doesn't trigger the movie in your mind. There are nopersonal accounts of the soldiers who took part in the action. How theyfelt, what they saw and what they did. It doesn't have the details of theoffensive and defensive actions for the battles. If you have read the booksof Stephen E. Ambrose, you will understand what I'm talking about.

Excellent account of the war
This book tells the history of the Malvinas Battle of 1982 betweenArgentina and Great Britain. The tale of what happened in Buenos Aires,London, Washington and New York as the conflict unfolded is veryinteresting. Must be read by anyone who wants to have a clear understandingof the Battle and of the political motives behind the actors (Argentina'smilitary junta, Margaret Thatcher's Conservative government and the ReaganAdministration). ... Read more

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A first-hand account of fighting in the Falklands and in the Gulf War by the only British senior naval officer who commanded in both of these wars. The author was captain of the frigate HMS "Alacrity" in the Falklands which saw severe action, and also was engaged in the Task Force in the Gulf. ... Read more

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Essential reading forthe Falklands and Gulf wars
This is one of the most readable personal accounts of the Falkland and Gulf wars that I have encountered.Chris Craig commanded the frigate HMS Alacrity during the Falkalnds war.Alacrity was in the thick of action -searching for blockage runners (sinking one), was near-missed by anArgentine submarine, and carried out many fire support missions.Navaloperations during the Gulf war have been overshadowed by the land campaign, even though it is unlikely that Desert Storm would have beenpossible without command of the sea. This book partly redresses thatinbalance. Craig commanded the royal navy squadron during the conflict andthis book provides much insight into naval operations. ... Read more

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This book presents the events of the Falklands War from the Argentinian point of view from initial decision to invade through to their defeat. The work concentrates on military events in the Falklands with special reference to incidents such as the sinking of the Belgrano. The book is based on interviews with Argentinians, servicemen from the actual army, navy and airforce units who fought in the Falklands plus Argentinian documents and published accounts which have been released since the war. ... Read more

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A Rare and Valuable Glimpse Into the Argentine Perspective
Prior to the publication of this book there were important gaps and inaccuracies in our understanding of the battles for the Falkland Islands.Were Argentinian ground troops cowardly slackards?Were their officersself-serving and tactically incompetent?Was a British officer attemptingnegotiation under a white flag at Goose Green intentionally fired upon? Was the Argentinian Air Force commanded by a political bureaucrat?Thesurprising answer to all these question is No, and in a careful andtouchingly human review of the activities and decisions of Argentinianforces Middlebrook reveals the tragic gap that developed betweenArgentinian political leaders and the troops and officers given thedifficult task of defending the islands without adequate support as winterclosed in.The junta's colossal mistake of assuming the UK would not fightfor the Falklands led to the isolation, suffering, and defeat of theoccupation forces and, while ultimately setting the stage for democracy inArgentina, seared a painful wound into the soul of a country alreadyconscious of past failures.Middlebrook's access to Argentiniancommanders, troops, and families helps reveal the complex social andpolitical landscape of a country which still sees the "Malvinas"in terms of classical European colonialism.It also reveals theoperational planning and situational understanding of air and landcommanders at critical points in the conflict.

A Rare and Valuable Glimpse Into the Argentine Perspective
Prior to the publication of this book there were important gaps and inaccuracies in our understanding of the battles for the Falkland Islands.Did Argentinian troops intentionally fire upon a British officer attemptingnegotiation under a white flag at Goose Green?Were Royal Marinessuccessful in their ambush of Argentinian armored vehicles during theinitial invasion?Was the Argentinian Air Force commanded by a fanaticalmaniac out to establish his service as the dominant domestic politicalforce?The surprising answer to all these question is No, and in a carefuland touchingly human review of the activities and decisions of Argentinianforces Middlebrook reveals the tragic gap that developed betweenArgentinian political leaders and the troops and officers given thedifficult task of defending the islands without adequate support as winterclosed in.The junta's colossal mistake of assuming the UK would not fightfor the Falklands led to the isolation, suffering, and defeat of theoccupation forces and, while ultimately setting the stage for democracy inArgentina, seared a painful wound into the soul of a country alreadycarrying conscious of past failures.Middlebrook's access to Argentiniancommanders, troops, and families helps reveal the complex social andpolitical landscape of a country which still sees the "Malvinas"in terms of classical European colonialism.It also reveals theoperational planning and situational understanding of air and landcommanders at critical points in the conflict.Students of this subjectwill recognize the author as a highly accomplished battle historian.

Excellent and Interesting Account
Martin Middlebrook has once again shown why he is one of the best British authors covering military history. His masterful account of the Falklands, 'Operation Corporate' now has a companion volume, this time covering thewar from the Argentinian point of view. The book is well told and is adelight to read and only one of very few covering this war from the 'otherside'. You really have to give it to the pilots flying their aircraftagainst the Britsh Fleet, they had guts, they knew what they were in forbut continued with their mission. This is a great story, if you can get acopy do so, you wont be disappointed! ... Read more

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Although the military action was concluded fairly speedily, the Falklands War raised a host of questions which still exercise students of history and politics. What were the rights and wrongs of the dispute? Was the military response justifiable? How far could the Conservatives' victory in 1983 be attributed to the winning of the war? The book provides an account of the origins and resolution of the conflict, looking in particular at the political management of the crisis and the broad strategic factors which influenced its conduct as well as considering the wider political repercussions and implications for defence and diplomacy. ... Read more

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Steve Devereux's unforgettable account of life and death in the Paras and the SAS is war writing at its most vivid and immediate, where the only thing flowing faster than adrenalin is blood.His electrifying narrative covers almost twenty years of military activity in the world's flashpoints hot spots.Completing the toughest of trainings, he survived the daily dance with death in Northern Ireland at the height of the terrorist offensives - he was there at Warrenpoint when two massive explosions killed 18 men in his battalion.Devereux is always in the thick of the action.During the Falklands war, he was the 'point man' at Goose Green, and was in the front line of the victorious assault on Port Stanley.Revelatory, brutal and uncompromising, Terminal velocity pulls no punches.It is a world where loyalty to your mates and the Regiment is everything.Where death is always ready to snatch the unwary, and your one true friend is your weapon. ... Read more

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Fighting for Queen and Country ]-- see UK amazon site
Why amazon.com doesn't link to their own UK site for book reviews is another in a long list of idiotic omissions on amazon.com's part. Regardless, the prev. reviewer disapproved of a title change. This may be a UK / USA publishing difference, I don't know, but the book has good reviews there.

Recently reprinted - but with different title and author!
This book was recently reprinted (with slight changes) as "For Queen and Country", with the author listed as Nigel 'Spud' Ely instead of Steve Devereux. Other than a new preface and some clumsy editorial changes, the current printing appears virtually identical to the original. I read Terminal Velocity first, which may be why I prefer it over the reprint -- and perhaps also because I don't like being sold the same book twice due to someone deciding to reprint it with a different title and author, but absolutely no mention of the prior edition... ... Read more

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The author has had access to Channel 4's account of the conflict from leading participants in both Britain and Argentina. The book is being published to tie-in with a four-part Channel 4 TV-series on the Falklands War, timed to appear on the 10th anniversary of the outbreak of the war. Among its many revelations are: the story behind the Argentine junta's decision to invade the Malvinas; the lack of co-ordination in the British Government which led to the loss of the Falklands; the debate inside the British military about the feasibility of recapturing the Falklands long after the task force had been despatched; the truth behind the sinking of the Belgrano; the chaos of the successful Argentine air attack on the British ships at Bluff Cove and Fitzroy. ... Read more

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Denys Blakeways wonderful book on the Falklands conflict
A great documentry record of this sad conflict in British history. The book clearly shows the true causes that led Britain into this conflict. Interviews with all the leading players in the war. Highlights are the truestory of the sinking of the Belgrano and what really happened at Bluffcove.

A MUST read for anyone who whants to know the true story of thissad time. ... Read more

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Excellent. Very objective. Worth reading from start to end.
This book lets us know more about the Malvinas/ Falklands conflict, from an objective point of view. Besides, it tells the story from an interesting perspective, and it helps people comprehend more the situation thatsurrounded the conflict, telling us more about both countries fighting. Asan Argentinean myself I highly recommend it, because it shows the conflictfrom an objective point of view. Gordon Smith is a superb writer and hereally knows what he is writing about. ... Read more

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The previously untold story ofhow Ascension Island was crucialto the success of British operationsduring the Falklands War. ... Read more

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Ascension Island staging post for the Falklands
Let me say up front that I am biased as I contributed to this book.Capt. Bob McQueen asked many of those involved in turning Ascension Island into a supply-staging base to write a chapter remembering the activities going on around us.The results are most interesting.At the time I was the American Base Commander of the USAF airfield located on Ascension.We became the supply line for the British fleet sailing south to the Falklands.I thought I knew most of what was going on at the time but I found by reading Island Base many things happened that I was not aware of.I am sure that my interest results from my involvement, however anyone interested in the many activities necessary to support a military action will find these stories fascinating.The many pictures help tell the story and give a feel for the enormity of the task accomplished by this small island. ... Read more

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As a Commando helicopter pilot, the author served with 846 Naval Air Squadron in the Falklands War and was decorated for gallantry (DSC).

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Excelent book
In this book, the author shows his experience during the malvinas war and how the chilean helped the british forces during his operations in Argentine territory. ... Read more

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A powerful and forthright vision of "gutter fighting".
From the freezing barrenness of the Falklands mountains and moors to the equally debilitating memories and injuries that the battle produced for its combatants, this is a book of ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances that is uniquely powerful.
More books about about war should be written this way, no heroes, no glamour, just the foul and dirty facts of determined infantrymen facing each other in real combat.
The smells, sights, sounds and feelings of absolute terror are included.

The news media glamour of modern war is instantly stripped away by these twelve stories from both sides of the line, some of them will leave you reeling, disgusted and some in awe of the men who went through it.
A must read for everybody. ... Read more

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Updated look at the Falklands war
The author wrote this book 10 years after the war.The hype had faded but the interviews brought out details that were glossed over in the first books.The author does a decent job trying to look at the confict through the eyes of the Argentinian soldiers as well.I think this book paints a more neutral picture of the activities during the war.I thoroughly enjoyed it. ... Read more

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Last Of the Nineteenth Century Officers
Guy Bransby seems to me to be more typical of the British gentleman-adventurer officer of the 19th Century than of the national servicemen and the time servers in obscurity so common in the last fifty years and in today's service. He spent most of his serving time in the "backwaters" of empire as a light infantryman and an advisor. He was seconded to Vietnam with the NewZealanders, served on the NW Frontier, in Yemen, and on attache duty.
Newly returned to England, and newly married, he was seconded to the RAF Regiment as a trainer. For those of you not familiar with this unit, it's composed of "blue men in khaki togs", and is mostly light infantry, combined with local air defense, tasked with keeping bad guys (Spetsnaz and SAS types) off the flight line and out of the hangers.
Now Bransby as a long-service officer is taking orders from some others twenty years younger and is content to fill out his time.
But, due to his facility in Latin American Spanish gained as an aide to a Uruguayan general, he is chosen to head a team of interrogators in the Falklands.
This is the story of his adventures and misadventures. Well told tales and with a wry humour which serves him well. If you like tales ofinteresting service this is for you. ... Read more

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From the moment the author gave his famous order 'To the South Atlantic - Quick March' to the final return home he describes what going to war with 42 Commando was like. Here are the authentic details of danger, frustration, fatigue, courage and endurance - just some of the emotions experienced during those fateful weeks and months of 1982.

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An account of the military planning of the invasion of the Falklands, exposing the motives and nature of Argentina's military regime and the reactions of British diplomacy and intelligence. The author was foreign correspondent in Argentina for the "Financial Times" from 1981-86. ... Read more

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Too Choppy
The book consists of quotes and excerpts from interviews only,I found it difficult to follow as there is very little commentary linking the various quotes. ... Read more