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Sink the Belgrano: The True Story of Britain's Most Controversial Submarine Attack

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The Belgrano, A 13,600 Ton Argentine Cruiser, Was Sunk By The British Nuclear Powered Submarine Conqueror On May 2, 1982, During The Falklands War. Sink The Belgrano Mike Rossiter

The sinking of the Belgrano, a 13,600-ton Argentine cruiser, by the British nuclear-powered submarine Conqueror on May 2, 1982, remains one of the most controversial incidents of the Falklands War.

Sink the Belgrano

by Mike Rossiter

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The attack occurred just outside the 200-mile exclusion zone that had been declared by the British government around the Falkland Islands. The Belgrano was hit by two torpedoes, and sank within minutes, with the loss of 323 lives.

The sinking of the Belgrano had a profound impact on the course of the Falklands War. It led to the resignation of the Argentine foreign minister and the suspension of diplomatic relations between Argentina and the United Kingdom. It also prompted the Argentine government to Free Download its remaining warships to return to port, effectively ending Argentina's naval campaign in the war.

The sinking of the Belgrano has been the subject of much debate and controversy ever since it occurred. Some have argued that the attack was justified, while others have condemned it as a war crime.

In his book, Sink the Belgrano, Mike Rossiter, a former Royal Navy officer who served on the Conqueror, provides a gripping and definitive account of the attack. Based on exclusive interviews with key players in the operation, and on previously classified documents, Rossiter reveals the inside story of the Belgrano sinking, from the initial intelligence reports to the final decision to fire.

Rossiter also examines the aftermath of the attack, including the political fallout and the long-running legal battle over the legality of the sinking. Sink the Belgrano is a must-read for anyone interested in the Falklands War, naval history, or the complexities of modern warfare.

About the Author

Mike Rossiter is a former Royal Navy officer who served on the Conqueror during the Falklands War. He is the author of several books on naval history, including The Falklands War (1985) and The Royal Navy in the Falklands War (1992).

Sink the Belgrano

by Mike Rossiter

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