House of Commons debates Falkland conflict

Title

House of Commons debates Falkland conflict

Genre

News report; Speech; Parliamentary debate

TX Date

Unknown

Year of production

1982

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Duration

00:02:32

Description

Report on the first House of Commons debate about the British invasion of the Falkland Islands. Defence Secretary John Nott speaks about British losses in the conflict; Labour MP, John Silkin asks about the possibility of a negotiated settlement. Male reporter not identified.

Contributors

John Silkin; John Nott

Keywords

Armed forces; UK; Sailors; Conflict resolution; Peacemaking; Diplomacy; Falklands War (1982); Argentina; Falkland Islands; Sovereignty; Casualties; Wars (events); Civilians

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