Argentine Air Forces In The Falklands War
This article describes the composition and actions of the Argentine air forces in the Falklands War (Spanish: Guerra de las Malvinas). For an overview of the air forces of the United Kingdom, see British air services in the Falklands War.
Read more about Argentine Air Forces In The Falklands War: Background, Organisation, Deployment, Units, Armament, Air Campaign, Casualties and Aircraft Losses
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