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What happened HMS Coventry?
She was sunk by Argentine Air Force A-4 Skyhawks on 25 May 1982 during the Falklands War….HMS Coventry (D118)
| History | |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | |
| Identification | Pennant number: D118 |
| Fate | Sunk by Argentinian Army aircraft, 25 May 1982 |
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Why did HMS Coventry sink?
How did she sink? In the days leading up to her sinking, HMS Coventry had shot down or hit several enemy aircraft. Then on May 25, HMS Coventry and Type 22 frigate HMS Broadsword, which had taken up radar duties away from the main fleet, were attacked by Argentinian Skyhawks.
Who died on the Atlantic Conveyor?
Of the 12 men killed in the sinking of Atlantic Conveyor six were from the Merchant Navy, three from the Royal Fleet Auxiliary and three sailors from the Royal Navy.
Where was HMS Coventry sunk?
These are the final moments of HMS Coventry, sunk this day in May 1982 – the last Royal Navy warship lost to enemy action. Argentine forces chose their national day to make a supreme effort against the naval forces disgorging men and material at San Carlos.
What ships were sunk in the Falklands War?
It was the first of four Royal Navy ships sunk during the Falklands War. The others were the frigates Ardent and Antelope and the destroyer Coventry. The Royal Fleet Auxillary vessel Sir Galahad and the British Merchant Navy ship Atlantic Conveyor were also lost.
How many died on HMS Coventry?
Nineteen
Nineteen sailors died and 30 were injured when HMS Coventry was hit by Argentine bombers on 25 May 1982.
When was HMS Ardent sunk?
22 May 1982
HMS Ardent (F184)
| History | |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | |
| Motto | Through fire and water |
| Fate | Sunk by Argentine aircraft on 22 May 1982 |
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How many ships did the UK lose in the Falklands war?
five ships
Britain lost five ships and 256 lives in the fight to regain the Falklands, and Argentina lost its only cruiser and 750 lives.
How many were killed in the Falklands war?
In total, 649 Argentine military personnel, 255 British military personnel, and three Falkland Islanders died during the hostilities. The conflict was a major episode in the protracted dispute over the territories’ sovereignty.