Falklands War ends 14 June 1982
Britain's defeat of Argentina and the end of the Falklands War meant the Falkland Islanders saw their democratic freedoms restored. They wished to remain British citizens, and they did. For more details, scroll down the Liberty Timeline.
The bravery, ingenuity, and ability of the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, Merchant Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force operating were widely appreciated.