Podcast Episodes

15. Going home

With the military action over, Saul and Patrick cover the aftermath of the war and the impact it had both on the nation and the individuals who were caught up in it. They end with personal reflection…

Published on 3 years, 5 months ago

14. Surrender

With the Argentine forces routed in the mountains, the British task force roll into Port Stanley as the official surrender finally comes. Hear memories from the islanders, and Patrick's recollection …

Published on 3 years, 5 months ago

13. The Battle of Wireless Ridge

In the final phase of the battle for Port Stanley, the momentum of the initial assault continues as British forces assault Wireless Ridge and the Battle of Mount Tumbledown begins.

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Published on 3 years, 5 months ago

12. The Battle for the Mountains

As the war nears its climax, British forces launch an attack on the Argentinian positions despite savage Falkland Island winter weather in the mountains surrounding Port Stanley.  

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Published on 3 years, 6 months ago

11. Disaster on the Sir Galahad

In one of the most tragic and horrifying incidents in the war for the British forces, the Sir Galahad landing craft is bombed when fully laden with Welsh Guards. Saul and Patrick explore the decision…

Published on 3 years, 6 months ago

10. The race for Port Stanley

As focus turns towards the capital Port Stanley, a treacherous 'yomp' across difficult terrain and conflicting priorities from commanding officers mean the British forces are left vulnerable.

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Published on 3 years, 6 months ago

9. The Battle of Goose Green

As the British forces pushed into the island from their landing point at San Carlos Water, they encountered a well-defended Argentinian position in the settlement of Goose Green, leading to the most …

Published on 3 years, 6 months ago

8. The sinking of HMS Coventry and Atlantic Conveyor

After British successes in landing troops on the Falkland Islands, the Argentinian air force strike back, sinking two British ships with their bombs and French-built Exocet missiles. Saul posits a ne…

Published on 3 years, 6 months ago

7. The Battle of San Carlos Water

The Argentinian Air Force mobilise and attack the landing British Task Force at San Carlos Water. Hear thrilling eye witness accounts from Mark Hankin, a 17-year-old Royal Marine tasked with machine …

Published on 3 years, 7 months ago

6. The landing

After journeying for weeks through the Atlantic Ocean, the Task Force reaches the Falkland Islands and begins the difficult process of a successful amphibious landing. Having picked San Carlos Water …

Published on 3 years, 7 months ago