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HMS Endurance ordered to remove scrap workers from South Georgia, but those orders are later rescinded.
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27573 |
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Situation on South Georgia escalates with the arrival of armed personnel in military uniform from Argentine ship Bahia Paraiso.
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27574 |
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The Junta decides on military action.
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27575 |
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The British Ministry of Defence advises against a military response and reminds Lord Carrington of withdrawal of HMS Endurance.
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27576 |
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Argentine invasion fleet sets sail.
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27577 |
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British PM and Foreign Minister agree to send SSN.
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27578 |
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British intelligence learns of Argentine intentions to invade.
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27579 |
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US President Reagan fails to persuade President Galtieri to abort the landings.
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27580 |
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Invasion goes ahead - governor Rex Hunt surrenders after brief defence by overwhelmed detachment of Royal Marines.
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27581 |
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PM Thatcher announces the despatch of the Task Force.
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27582 |