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LBC special - Falklands War (1982)
- Genre
- Discussion; Special
Part of LBC Special: defence correspondent Paul Maurice and war reporter Kim Sabido discuss troops’ landings during the Falklands War, and the damage sustained by the British forces during the invasion...
John Nott gives Falklands status report (1982)
- Genre
- Speech
Defence Secretary, John Nott updates the House of Commons about the situation in the Falklands, including Argentine losses, the task force’s location, Argentine attacks on British ships, and the morale of...
Sue Brackley on Falklands casualty reporting (1982)
- Genre
- Interview
Sue Brackley(?), leader of a group of servicemen’s wives, criticises the Ministry of Defence for its silence over casualties from the Falkland conflict. She says distressed relatives are getting news via...
Falklands war - HMS Coventry sinking (1982)
- Genre
- Interview
Interview with Captain David Hart Dyke of the HMS Coventry following the attack on and sinking of the ship during the Falklands War. Female interviewer not identified.
Falklands war - memorial service in Coventry (1982)
- Genre
- News report; Speech
Report on the memorial service held in Coventry Cathedral for the casualties from the attack on British warship HMS Coventry in the Falklands War. Includes excerpt from service with speakers Canon Peter...
Falkland conflict - A look back at events (1982)
- Genre
- Interview; News report; Parliamentary debate; Press conference; Speech
Following the end of hostilities, a look back over the events of the Falklands conflict. Speakers are: Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher (speaking in Parliament); former Foreign Secretary, Lord Carrington;...
Return of the QE2 (1982)
- Genre
- Interview; Music; News report; Special
Report on the return to Britain of the QE2, carrying troops home from the Falkland Islands. Speakers include Captain Sam (James) Salt of the destroyed HMS Sheffield; Captain Douglas Ridley of the QE2;...