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The Falklands Governor and the Royal Marines captured during the Argentinian

The Falklands Governor and the Royal Marines captured during the Argentinian


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The Falklands Governor and the Royal Marines captured during the Argentinian

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. Pictured, Governor Rex Hunt arrives back at Brize Norton.5th April 1982

Rowntree and Phillips
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Brize Norton
England
DM 82 1791

Media ID 21849706

© Mirrorpix

Argentine Brize Norton Falklands Falklands Conflict Falklands Crisis Falklands War Governor Invade Invasion Oxfordshire 1982 Raf Brize Norton


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> Animals > Mammals > Cricetidae > Rex

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > Oxfordshire > Brize Norton

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > Oxfordshire > Over Norton

> Europe > United Kingdom > Scotland > Fife > Falkland

> Memory Lane Prints > Mirror > 1200to1299 > 01279

> South America > Uruguay > Montevideo


EDITORS COMMENTS
In this poignant print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the historic events of the Falklands Conflict in 1982. The image captures a significant moment as The Falklands Governor and the Royal Marines, who were captured during the Argentinian invasion, finally return to Britain. After enduring unimaginable hardships and uncertainty, they arrive at Brize Norton airbase in Oxfordshire on April 5th, 1982. The RAF VC 10 aircraft that carried them safely home from Montevideo (Uruguay) stands proudly in the background. Amongst those returning is Governor Rex Hunt, whose resilience and leadership during these trying times have been widely admired. His arrival symbolizes hope and relief for a nation anxiously awaiting news of their brave servicemen. The atmosphere surrounding Brize Norton is filled with mixed emotions - joyous cheers mingle with somber reflections on the sacrifices made by these valiant individuals. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and highlights our collective gratitude towards those who protect our freedoms. Rowntree and Phillips have expertly preserved this snapshot of history through their remarkable craftsmanship. As we gaze upon this image today, it allows us to reflect on an era defined by conflict but also marked by unity and resilience within our armed forces.

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