On 2 April 1982, Argentina invaded the Falkland Islands, a remote British colony in the South Atlantic – sparking a short and decisive war that grabbed international headlines, created sizeable political drama, and involved great bravery and great tragedy. Explore when and why the conflict started, how it was won and what it meant for British domestic politics – with experts including Sir Max Hastings and Sir Lawrence Freedman
Published: July 15, 2026
What was the Falklands War?
The Falklands War saw Britain and Argentina battle for control of the Falkland Islands – a tiny archipelago in the South Atlantic Ocean made up of two main islands (dubbed East Falkland and West Falkland) and around 776 smaller outcrops.
When was the Falklands War and how long did it last?
The conflict was fought between 2 April and 14 June 1982, lasting for 74 days.
When and how did the Falklands War start?
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