169. The Falklands War: Countdown to Invasion (Part 1)
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Thatcher and the Falklands: A Precarious Prelude
This chapter examines the political and military landscape surrounding the Falklands War, emphasizing Margaret Thatcher's leadership during a period of military budget cuts. It discusses the tense decision-making in the British government, the cultural dynamics within Thatcher's cabinet, and the diplomatic failures that preceded the war. The narrative culminates in the escalation of Argentine aggression, leading to the eventual invasion of the Falkland Islands.
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