Battle for the Falklands

By: Max Hastings

Narrated by: Cameron Stewart

The Falklands War was one of the strangest in British history - 28,000 men sent to fight for a tiny relic of empire 8,000 miles from home.

At the time, many Britons saw it as a tragic absurdity, but the British victory confirmed the quality of British arms and boosted the political fortunes of the Conservative government. But it left a chequered aftermath; it was of no wider significance for British interests and taught no lessons. It has since been overshadowed by the two Gulf Wars, however, its political ramifications cannot be overestimated. Max Hastings’ and Simon Jenkins’ account of the conflict is a modern classic of war reportage and the definitive book on the war. Republished as part of the Pan Military Classics series, The Battle for the Falklands is a vivid chronicle of a call to arms and a thoughtful and informed analysis of an astonishing chapter in the history of our times. Max Hastings, author of over 20 books, has been editor of the Daily Telegraph and the Evening Standard. He has won many awards for his journalism, particularly his work in the south Atlantic in 1982.

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Probably the definitive work on the Falklands

This is the most comprehensive look at the war. While the battle descriptions are good, the most interesting is the political dimension to this conflict. In an even handed manner the flaws and miscalculations of Britain, Argentina, and the United States are shown.

An excellent study in how pride and hubris can lead to a conflict, that only the bravery and determination of the soldiers, sailors, and air crew can get their political masters out of.

Good Detailed Look Into The Falklands War of 1982

Loved the book and the amount of detail it went into the Falkland War, especially the pre-war situation in both Britain and Argentina.

a great perspective

A great perspective from both the political and the military side of the story.

Narration was excellent.

great historical story

Very informative on the way government departments battled against each other because of individual preferences. Narration was excellent. History is always very informative.

Back benches and Battle

An engrossing history of the lead up to, and the commencement of hostilities; In what may be one of the last wars of empire.