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No I'm sure that they would throw a few bombs about rather than loose face. British public wouldn't accept the loss of the islands not when the red tops started to print pictures from 1982. Imagine a picture of RFA Sir Galahad splashed all over the front page of the Sun with a headline 'for what ed?'
Every political leader knows that 'foreign' wars are mostly vote losers, but 'defending our people' - even if a couple of thousand miles away is a huge vote winner.
All about perceived strength. Nothing shows weakness more than letting someone invade your territory...
As said, the red tops (and most of the 'proper' papers) would be having a field day in the event of a loss of territory. Especially one with identifiable 'Brits', and huge oil reserves.
Do nothing, lose the vote for a generation. Fight and win, and you've won for one.
All about perceived strength. Nothing shows weakness more than letting someone invade your territory...
As said, the red tops (and most of the 'proper' papers) would be having a field day in the event of a loss of territory. Especially one with identifiable 'Brits', and huge oil reserves.
Do nothing, lose the vote for a generation. Fight and win, and you've won for one.
Edited by Sway on Sunday 23 November 22:39
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-30175... seems appropriate timing from the banana republic.
ukbabz said:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-30175... seems appropriate timing from the banana republic.
Please make all complaints in person to:RAF Mount Pleasant
Port Stanley
Falkland Islands
Meanwhile on the mainland the wicked witch of the south has been rattling her broom - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-30149799
FourWheelDrift said:
Meanwhile on the mainland the wicked witch of the south has been rattling her broom - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-30149799
And after HMS Astute pops up in the Rio de la Plata.anonymous said:
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Desperation indeed.It will temporarily take the mind of the populace away from the state of the economy by encouraging a bit of nationalistic fervour, the tactic of all politicians when the cupboard is bare.
And afterwards?
Mayhem will ensue when the masses inevitably realise they have been had, not a nice prospect in S. American states if past history is anything to go by.
Edited by smegmore on Monday 24th November 20:05
If it did come to it, and the Argies decided to come out to play, Any action taken by HM Government would have to be very swift and very robust. No pissing about. A very clear message would need to be sent, the consequences demonstrated in full.
The lack of an aircraft carrier and aircraft will scupper that plan slightly....
Unless Ark Royal is just been hidden away under a dust sheet along with a harrier squadron...
The lack of an aircraft carrier and aircraft will scupper that plan slightly....
Unless Ark Royal is just been hidden away under a dust sheet along with a harrier squadron...
DrDeAtH said:
If it did come to it, and the Argies decided to come out to play, Any action taken by HM Government would have to be very swift and very robust. No pissing about. A very clear message would need to be sent, the consequences demonstrated in full.
The lack of an aircraft carrier and aircraft will scupper that plan slightly....
Unless Ark Royal is just been hidden away under a dust sheet along with a harrier squadron...
Given the current state of the Argentinian armed force, it will take more than a few years until they are capable of invading the falklands even if there were no defences. Long before that HMS "I'm Queen Liz and if you think you are taking one of my islands you can royally **** right off" will be ready. To be followed shortly after by "HMS I have been waiting to be King for too long, so I'm in no mood to take any **** from you lot"The lack of an aircraft carrier and aircraft will scupper that plan slightly....
Unless Ark Royal is just been hidden away under a dust sheet along with a harrier squadron...
DrDeAtH said:
The lack of an aircraft carrier and aircraft will scupper that plan slightly....
Unless Ark Royal is just been hidden away under a dust sheet along with a harrier squadron...
You are aware that there is a major airbase on East Falkland, you know with 4x Typhoons, Tanker, AT and Helo support, let alone LLADS?Unless Ark Royal is just been hidden away under a dust sheet along with a harrier squadron...
Ginetta G15 Girl said:
You are aware that there is a major airbase on East Falkland, you know with 4x Typhoons, Tanker, AT and Helo support, let alone LLADS?
I think he was thinking about re-taking the islands, which would be a big ask without a carrier. You're right that we have lots of stuff on Falkland now, and an Argentine attempt would be desperate to say the least. Ginetta G15 Girl said:
DrDeAtH said:
The lack of an aircraft carrier and aircraft will scupper that plan slightly....
Unless Ark Royal is just been hidden away under a dust sheet along with a harrier squadron...
You are aware that there is a major airbase on East Falkland, you know with 4x Typhoons, Tanker, AT and Helo support, let alone LLADS?Unless Ark Royal is just been hidden away under a dust sheet along with a harrier squadron...
Ginetta G15 Girl said:
You are aware that there is a major airbase on East Falkland, you know with 4x Typhoons, Tanker, AT and Helo support, let alone LLADS?
I am aware that the Falklands had significantly upgraded their military requirements.but a small garrison will not ward off a mass invasion... Hence my post.
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