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When did the Falkland Islands War begin and end?

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Map showing the Falkland Islands War of 1982, with the left inset displaying southern South America, highlighting Argentina, the Falkland Islands, Argentine air force and naval bases, and the British 200-mile war zone. The main map details West and East Falkland, marking Argentine troop concentrations, areas of conflict, and the path of the British advance toward Stanley, along with key settlements and landing sites. — Falkland Islands War The Falkland Islands War zone (left) and route of British landing forces (right).

The Falkland Islands War began on April 2, 1982, when Argentine forces invaded the islands. The conflict concluded 10 weeks later, on June 14, 1982, following the surrender of Argentine forces at Stanley to British troops.12