Falklands Collection (page 3)

QE2 returns home to Southampton. Union Jacks are festooned on cars, draped on shoulders, waved on sticks. Southampton gives a " Three Cheers" welcome to the QE2 luxury liner turned trooper

Royal Fleet auxiliary "Sir Lancelot"(pictured
Royal Fleet auxiliary " Sir Lancelot" (pictured) and repair vessel Stena Seaspread arrive back from the South Atlantic

Emotional scenes at Brize Norton as the survivors of the container ship Atlantic Conveyor return home. The133 merchant seamen

The cruise ship Canberra arrives back at her berth in Southampton Docks. She has returned from the Falklands bringing Marines and servicemen home after the conflict

Britains luxury cruise liner Canberra sets sail from Southampton with its cargo of troops heading to the Falkland Islands, prepared for war

Canberra leaves Southampton for the Falkland Islands. Pictured, being seen off by bands and well wishers. 9th April 1982

Mrs Thatcher leaving from 10 Downing Street for the House of Commons to attend the emergency session of the Falklands Islands debate. 3rd April 1982

Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. Pictured on the day she attends an emergency session on the Falklands Islands debate which is held at the House of Commons. 3rd April 1982

Prince Andrew arrives at Portsmouth on the carrier HMS Invincible, which sailed home from the Falklands to a tumultuous welcome

The carrier HMS Invincible sailed home from the Falklands to a tumultuous welcome at Portsmouth. Prince Andrew served as a Sea King helicopter co-pilot on HMS Invincible

The main body of the Royal Navy Task force that is going to the Falklands set sail. The carriers Invincible and Hermes leave Portsmouth on this mornings high tide

Scenes outside the House of Commons, where an emergency session is being held on the Falklands Islands debate. 3rd April 1982

The Falklands Governor and the Royal Marines captured during the Argentinian invasion arrive back in Britain. They flew back from Montevideo (Uruguay) in an RAF VC 10

Rex Masterman Hunt, Governor of the Falkland Islands, pictured in Whitehall. On the 2nd of April Argentine forces invaded the Falkland Islands

The final homecoming for army units of the Royal Engineers 36th Regiment which took place at RAF Brize Norton, Oxfordshire

QE2 returns home to Southampton. Union Jacks are festooned on cars, draped on shoulders, waved on sticks. Southampton gives a " Three Cheers" welcome to the QE2 luxury liner turned trooper

Foreign Secretary Lord Carrington leaves Number 10 Downing Street after a cabinet meeting on the Argentina crisis. 2nd April 1982

Foreign Secretary Lord Carrington and Defence Secretary John Nott at a press conference held at the Foreign office to make a statement on the Falklands invasion by Argentina. 2nd April 1982

Foreign Secretary Lord Carrington resignation from Government following the Argentine invasion of the Falkland Islands. 5th April 1982

Falklands crisis. Michael Heseltine (left), Secretary of State for the Environment, leaving Number 10 Downing Street after a crisis cabinet meeting about the Falklands

Falklands Sea Seal where the population has dropped by 90% March 1993

Falklands March 1993 A stainless steel cross set in stone A silver cross honours 23 paratroopers killed in the war

Queen greets Prince Andrew on return from Falklands 1982 with Prince Philip and Princess Anne onboard HMS Invincible at Portsmouth docks

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Falkland Islands, Stanley, Residential housing overlooking Stanley Bay, red and green roofs single and double-storey units

Group of King penguins {Aptenodytes patagonicus} walking in line along beach, Falkland Islands

Magellanic Penguins (Spheniscus magellanicus)marching to the sea, Saunders Island in the Falkland Islands, November

King penguin courtship (Aptenodytes patagonicus) Falkland Islands

Group of King penguins {Aptenodytes patagonicus} walking in line along beach with reflection in wet sand, Falkland Islands

Black-browed Albatross ( Thalassarche melanophris ) or Mollymawk, chick on tower shaped nest. South America, Falkland Islands, January

Striated Caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) or Johnny Rook, juvenile, considered as very intelligent and curious, one of the rarest birds of prey in the world

FALKLANDS WAR TASK FORCE - 1982

Rapier at San Carlos, Falkland Islands, 1982
Colour transparency showing a Rapier at San Carlos, Falkland Islands, 1982. From a collection of 366 slides collected by Lt Col David Dunn, Press Officer with 5th Infantry Brigade

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Black-browed Albatross Thalassarche melanophrys Southern Ocean off Cape Horn November

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Black-browed Albatross Thalassarche melanophrys Southern Ocean off Cape Horn November

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Black-browed Albatross Thalassarche melanophrys Southern Ocean off Cape Horn November

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Southern Fulmar Fulmarus glacialoides Southern Ocean

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Southern Fulmar Fulmarus glacialoides Southern Ocean

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Antarctic Prion Pachyptila desolata Drake Passage Southern Ocean November

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Southern Giant Petrel Macronectes giganteus immature Beagle Channel Argentina November

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Dolphin Gull Larus scoresbii adult in non breeding plumage Beagle Channel Argentina November

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Dolphin Gull Larus scoresbii adult Beagle Channel Argentina November

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Kelp Gull Larus dominicanus breeding adult Ushuiaia Argentina November

Gentoo penguins walking together on the beach, Falkland Islands, Antarctica
Four gentoo penguins (Pygoscelis papua) walking together on the beach with their flippers outstretched; Falkland Islands, Antarctica

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"Falklands: A Journey through History and Nature" Step into the captivating world of the Falkland Islands, where history intertwines with breathtaking natural wonders. From the Falkland Islands Royal Engineer briefing map in 1982 to HMS Invincible's triumphant return from the Falklands War, this archipelago has witnessed significant moments that have shaped its identity. The echoes of war still resonate as we delve into the events surrounding the Falklands conflict. The heroic efforts of Hms Invincible and other vessels during this tumultuous period are etched in our collective memory. As we remember those who sacrificed their lives, a memorial stands tall for HMS Sheffield, tragically hit by an Exocet missile. But amidst these reminders of strife, there is also beauty to be found. Witnessing Rockhopper penguins gracefully surfing onto New Island's shores fills one's heart with awe. These charismatic creatures epitomize resilience and adaptability in their natural habitat within South Atlantic islands. Venturing further inland reveals unexpected surprises; gnomes whimsically dotting Port Stanley streets add a touch of enchantment to this remote corner of South America. And if you're yearning for a glimpse into centuries past, an old map from 1851 showcases how the Falkland Islands and Patagonia were once intertwined. Nature enthusiasts will find solace on Sea Lion Island as Gentoo Penguins elegantly enter the sea against a backdrop of untouched landscapes. Their graceful movements remind us that life persists even in seemingly desolate places. Lastly, let us not forget those who fought valiantly on Mount Longdon during the Falklands War - paratroopers huddling against rocks symbolize bravery amid adversity. Intriguing history merges seamlessly with mesmerizing wildlife encounters on these remarkable islands known as "Falklands. " Whether it be exploring ancient maps or witnessing penguins' playful antics, each moment spent here unveils another layer of this extraordinary destination.