Diplomatic Mission
The British Ambassador of Argentina lodges a formal protest against the unauthorised landing on South Georgia on 20 December 1981 by Argentine scrap-metal merchant Constantino Davidoff
Historical events in 1982
1,106 historical records
January 19829 historical events
Invasion of South Georgia
The British Ambassador of Argentina lodges a formal protest against the unauthorised landing on South Georgia on 20 December 1981 by Argentine scrap-metal merchant Constantino Davidoff
Diplomatic Mission at London
The British Ambassador of Argentina lodges a formal protest against the unauthorised landing on South Georgia on 20 December 1981 by Argentine scrap-metal merchant shipshant Constantino Davidoff
Invasion of Falklands
The Argentine Joint Armed Forces committee beings planning military invasion of Islands
Local Government Finance No. 2 Bill
Takes part in Commons proceedings on the Local Government Finance (No. 2) Bill.
Voluntary Organisations Liverpool
Answers a parliamentary question concerning voluntary organisations in Liverpool.
Invasion of Falklands
The Juntas plans to capture Islands are revealed in a series of articles in La Prensa newspaper
Death of Alfredo Ovando
Death of Alfredo Ovando Candia
Administration After Golan Law
Following the 1981 law, Israeli authorities continued administering the occupied plateau under Israeli law despite the Security Council rejecting the legal change in its status.
February 198232 historical events
Selected for Falklands Operation
Is told that his 25th Infantry Regiment has been selected for the planned operation to seize the Falkland Islands.
Invasion Force Planning
Informs Mohamed Ali Seineldin that the 25th Infantry Regiment has been selected for the planned Falklands operation.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Thatcher in a private letter to a Conservative Party activist makes clear that she regards the Royal Marine presence in Stanley as sufficient to prevent an Argentine invasion
Britain renews its formal protest at Davidoff's unauthorised landing in South Georgia
Britain renews its formal protest at Davidoff's unauthorised landing in South Georgia
Invasion of South Georgia
Britain renews its formal protest at Davidoff's unauthorised landing in South Georgia
South Georgia Protest
Renews protest over Davidoff activity on South Georgia.
Britain renews its formal protest at Davidoff's unauthorised landing in South Georgia
Britain renews its formal protest at Davidoff's unauthorised landing in South Georgia
Invasion of South Georgia
Britain renews its formal protest at Davidoff's unauthorised landing in South Georgia
Death of Alex Harvey
Death of Alex Harvey, Scottish musician
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Thatcher confirms the retirement of HMS Endurance
HMS Endurance Decision
Confirms the planned withdrawal of HMS Endurance.
Death of Takashi Shimura
Death of Takashi Shimura
Appointed Prime Minister
Chan Sy is formally appointed Prime Minister of the People's Republic of Kampuchea
Government Confirmed
Chan Sy's government is confirmed under the PRK system
Nationalization
The Socialist government nationalizes major banks and industrial groups
Foundation of UDPS
Tshisekedi and other parliamentarians establish the Union for Democracy and Social Progress.
Toxteth Regeneration
Answers a parliamentary question concerning Toxteth and the Government's urban response.
Dismissal from Cabinet
Mugabe dismisses Nkomo and other ZAPU ministers after alleged arms discoveries.
Veronika Voss
Directs Veronika Voss.
Prime Minister
Takes office as Prime Minister of Finland and forms a government in Helsinki.
Government Ends
His government ends in Helsinki, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Finland.
Album of the Year
Yoko Ono recieves the "Album of the Year Award" for "Double Fantasy" at the 24th annual Grammys
Grammy Award
Yoko Ono recieves the "Album of the Year Award" for "Double Fantasy" at the 24th annual Grammys
Diplomatic Negotiations at Falkland Islands
Deputy Foreign Minister Richard Luce begins sovereignty talks with his Argentine counterpart Ernesto Ros in New York
Diplomatic Negotiations at Falkland Islands
Deputy Foreign Minister Richard Luce begins sovereignty talks with his Argentine counterpart Ernesto Ros in New York
Sovereignty Talks
Opens sovereignty talks with Argentine representatives.
National Party Caucus Victory
Wins overwhelming Transvaal party support for his policy direction.
Treurnicht Challenge Defeated
Defeats Andries Treurnicht's challenge over constitutional reform.
Falklands Invasion Planning
Participates in senior military planning that develops the operation to seize the Falkland Islands.
Congress of CCP
The Congress reaffirms Dengs policies, including economic liberalization
Resignation from Aston Villa
Saunders resigns during Villa's European Cup campaign after a dispute with the board.
Peace
Olaf Palme makes his 5th unsuccessful United Nations peace bid
March 198290 historical events
British and Argentine deputy Foreign Minister's issue a joint communique praising the
British and Argentine deputy Foreign Minister's issue a joint communique praising the cordial and positive spirit of sovereignty discussions held in New York
British and Argentine deputy Foreign Ministers issue a joint communique praising the
British and Argentine deputy Foreign Ministers issue a joint communique praising the cordial and positive spirit of sovereignty discussions held in New York
Joint Communique
Issues a cordial communique after talks with Argentina.
Venera 13 Colour Images
Venera 13 returns colour panoramas of the Venusian surface and analyses nearby soil.
Venera 13 Landing
Venera 13 lands on Venus and begins an exceptionally productive surface science session.
Argentine Foreign Minister says that Argentina reserves the right to employ
The Argentine Foreign Minister says that Argentina reserves the right to employ other means if Britain keeps refusing to cede sovereignty
Foreign Policy Statement at London
The Argentine Foreign Minister says that Argentina reserves the right to employ other means if Britain keeps refusing to cede sovereignty
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
MP Julian Amery asks if all necessary steps are in hand to ensure the protection of the Islands against unexpected attack but receives an evasive reply
Parliamentary Question
Questions whether the Falklands are protected against surprise attack.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
MP Julian Amery asks if all necessary steps are in hand to ensure the protection of the Islands against unexpected attack but receives an evasive reply
Fitzcarraldo
Directs Fitzcarraldo.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Foreign Secretary Lord Carrington refuses to send a submarine to patrol off the Islands and South Georgia
Venera 14 Landing
Venera 14 lands on Venus and returns further images and direct measurements of surface material.
Invasion of Falklands
Hercules aircraft operated by Argentine military airline LADE,on a mail run to an Antarctic base, lands at Stanley Airport, falsely claiming a fuel leak, and carrying senior Argentine officers who survey Stanley
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Hercules aircraft operated by Argentine military airline LADE,on a mail run to an Antarctic base, lands at Stanley Airport, falsely claiming a fuel leak, and carrying senior Argentine officers who survey Stanley
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Thatcher asks the Foreign Office and Ministry of Defence for contingency plans in case of an Argentine blockade or invasion of the Islands
Contingency Planning
Requests contingency plans for a possible Argentine blockade or invasion.
Bryukhanov Fifty Billion Kilowatt Hours
Records another production milestone as the plant reaches fifty billion kilowatt-hours of generated electricity.
Second Taoiseach Term
Returns as Taoiseach for a short second administration.
Expanded United States Trade Restrictions
Washington prohibits Libyan oil imports and restricts strategic exports to Libya.
United States Oil Embargo
The United States bans Libyan oil imports and exports of oil-industry technology.
Purchase of Trident II
Thatcher receives American confirmation that Britain can modernize its nuclear deterrent with Trident II
Sale of Trident II
Reagan confirms American readiness to sell Trident II systems to the United Kingdom
Liverpool Urban Policy
Addresses Commons questions on Liverpool and inner-city policy.
Vacant and Derelict Land
Addresses Commons questions on vacant and derelict land.
Invasion of South Georgia
Davidoff sends 40 workmen on naval vessel Bahia Buen Suceso to dismantle Leith whaling station, the workmen fail to ask permission to land from the British Antarctic Survey base at Grytviken and hoist the Argentine flag
Invasion of South Georgia
Davidoff sends 40 workmen on naval vessel Bahia Buen Suceso to dismantle Leith whaling station, the workmen fail to ask permission to land from the British Antarctic Survey base at Grytviken and hoist the Argentine flag
South Georgia Crisis
Argentine workers land at Leith and raise an Argentine flag.
South Georgia Deployment
Leads a small Argentine military detachment accompanying the scrap-metal party at Leith Harbour.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Davidoff sends 40 workmen on naval vessel Bahia Buen Suceso to dismantle Leith whaling station, the workmen fail to ask permission to land from the British Antarctic Survey base at Grytviken and hoist the Argentine flag
Invasion of South Georgia
Davidoff sends 40 workmen on naval vessel Bahia Buen Suceso to dismantle Leith whaling station, the workmen fail to ask permission to land from the British Antarctic Survey base at Grytviken and hoist the Argentine flag
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Carrington says a diplomatic solution is being pursued
Foreign Policy Statement at Falkland Islands
Carrington says a diplomatic solution is being pursued
States that Britain is pursuing a diplomatic settlement
States that Britain is pursuing a diplomatic settlement.
Death of Harry H Corbett
Death of Harry "H" Corbett
Capture of Khorramshahr
Iran recaptures Khorramshar
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
British Foreign Secretary Carrington asks US Secretary of State Alexander Haig to intercede with the Argentine junta in an attempt to avoid military action
British Foreign Secretary Carrington asks US Secretary of State Alexander Haig to
British Foreign Secretary Carrington asks US Secretary of State Alexander Haig to intercede with the Argentine junta in an attempt to avoid military action
Haig Mediation
Asks Alexander Haig to intercede with Argentina.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Britain begins contingency planning for the sending of a task force to the Islands
British Foreign Secretaty Carrington asks US Secretary of State Alexander Haig to
British Foreign Secretaty Carrington asks US Secretary of State Alexander Haig to intercede with the Argentine junta in an attempt to avoid military action
Invasion of Falklands
British Foreign Secretaty Carrington asks US Secretary of State Alexander Haig to intercede with the Argentine junta in an attempt to avoid military action
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
The Joint Intelligence Committee reports an invasion seems imminent, Thatcher orders 3 nuclear submarines south to the Islands
Submarine Deployment
Orders nuclear submarines south as invasion fears grow.
Brussels European Council
Represents Greece as leaders consider economic recovery and Community budget questions.
Invasion of Falklands
Violent anti-Government riots occur across Argentina. The Junta takes final decision to invade the Islands on 2 April
Junta Invasion Decision
Participates in the junta decision that commits Argentina to the military seizure of the islands.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
At a crisis meeting headed by Thatcher, First Sea Lord Admiral Sir Henry Leach advises that Britain can and should send a task force if the islands are invaded.
3 Commando Brigade Mobilization
Includes 3 Commando Brigade Royal Marines in the force package required to recover the Falkland Islands.
Acting Defence Staff Bypass
Chooses to take his naval assessment directly to ministers rather than leave the issue with the acting Chief of the Defence Staff.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Sir Henry Leach advises a crisis meeting headed by Margaret Thatcher that Britain could and should send a task force if the islands are invaded.
Ark Royal Availability
Explains that the former aircraft carrier Ark Royal is no longer available and that the new carrier of that name will not be ready for years.
Chief of Defence Staff Absence
Acts during the crisis while Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Terence Lewin is returning from an official visit to New Zealand.
Defence Secretary Search
Goes to find Defence Secretary John Nott after deciding that the government's current operational advice understates what the Navy can do.
Fleet Readiness Call
Telephones Commander-in-Chief Fleet Admiral John Fieldhouse to establish the readiness of the fleet before pressing the case for a South Atlantic operation.
Full Dress Uniform Intervention
Arrives at the Falklands crisis meeting in full naval uniform after returning from a Portsmouth engagement, making a conspicuous intervention in the discussion.
HMS Fearless Requirement
Includes the assault ship HMS Fearless among the amphibious capabilities needed for a force capable of retaking the islands.
HMS Hermes Requirement
Identifies HMS Hermes as one of the two aircraft carriers required for the expeditionary force being assembled for the South Atlantic.
HMS Intrepid Requirement
Includes the assault ship HMS Intrepid among the amphibious capabilities required for the projected South Atlantic campaign.
HMS Invincible Requirement
Identifies HMS Invincible as one of the two aircraft carriers required to provide air cover for the projected Falklands operation.
House of Commons Intervention
Follows John Nott to the House of Commons and seeks admission to the ministerial meeting considering the Falklands crisis.
Intelligence Brief Review
Reviews intelligence material indicating that an Argentine invasion of the Falkland Islands is becoming imminent.
National Credibility Warning
Argues that failing to respond effectively to the seizure of the islands would seriously diminish Britain's international credibility.
National Mobilization Requirement
Warns that mounting the operation will require a major national effort extending beyond the ships immediately available to the Royal Navy.
Naval Response Judgment
Concludes that if Argentina occupies the islands the Royal Navy should be used to recover them rather than accept the occupation as irreversible.
Operational Brief Review
Finds the operational advice circulating in the Ministry of Defence excessively pessimistic about Britain's ability to respond to an Argentine occupation.
Operational Risk Assessment
Describes the proposed attempt to recover the Falklands as an operation involving considerable risk but judges that the risk should be taken.
Royal Fleet Auxiliary Mobilization
Includes Royal Fleet Auxiliary ships as an essential part of the fuel, stores, transport, and replenishment system for the task force.
Sea Harrier Mobilization
Calls for all operational Sea Harriers that can be made available to support the carrier force sent toward the Falklands.
South Atlantic Transit Estimate
Explains that the force would require about three weeks, rather than a few days, to reach the South Atlantic operating area.
Surface Fleet Mobilization
Plans to draw heavily on the operational surface fleet to provide escorts and combat power for the South Atlantic force.
Task Force Assembly Authority
Receives Margaret Thatcher's authority to begin assembling the naval task force after giving his assessment of the operation's feasibility.
Task Force Mobilization Estimate
Advises that a naval task force can be mobilized to sail within roughly 48 hours despite the scale of the emergency.
Two-Carrier Air Cover Plan
Judges that the Falklands can still be recovered using the two available small aircraft carriers to provide naval air cover.
Thatcher telegraphs American President Ronald Reagan asking him to warn the Argentines
Thatcher telegraphs American President Ronald Reagan asking him to warn the Argentines off
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Governor Rex Hunt is informed Britain believes Argentina is planning a submarine landing on the Islands as a means of increasing pressure over South Georgia
Invasion Warning
Is warned that an Argentine landing may be imminent.
Robben Island Imprisonment Ends
Leaves Robben Island after eighteen years of imprisonment.
Transfer to Pollsmoor Prison
Is transferred from Robben Island to Pollsmoor Prison.
Death of Randy Rhoads
Death of Rhandy Rhoads, killed in an air-crash
European Cup Quarter-Final
Barton guides Villa past Dynamo Kyiv after replacing Ron Saunders.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
BBC journalist Laurie Margolis was able to speak with an islander at Goose Green via amateur radio, who confirmed the presence of a large Argentine fleet and that Argentine forces had taken control of the island
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
The invasion met a nominal defence organised by the Falkland Islands Governor Sir Rex Hunt, giving command to Major Mike Norman of the Royal Marines
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Operation Corporate is the codename given to the British military operations in the Falklands War, the commander of task force operations is Admiral Sir John Fieldhouse
Operation Corporate
Operation Corporate is the codename given to the British military operations in the Falklands War, the commander of task force operations is Admiral Sir John Fieldhouse
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
The invasion met a nominal defence organised by the Falkland Islands Governor Sir Rex Hunt, giving command to Major Mike Norman of the Royal Marines
Conservative Party Split
Sees right-wing National Party dissidents form the Conservative Party.
Right-Wing Nationalists Leave
Consolidates control after opponents reject his reform proposals.
Iraqi Oil Pipeline
Syria closes Iraqs 400,000 barrels per day oil export line
Syria closes Iraqs 400,000 barrels per day oil export line
Syria closes Iraqs 400,000 barrels per day oil export line
April 1982248 historical events
Reagan warns Argentine junta leader General Galtieri not to take military action
Reagan warns Argentine junta leader General Galtieri not to take military action
Night Landing
Leads a small amphibious commando and tactical-diver patrol ashore during the night before the main Argentine landing.
Cabinet Appearance
Accompanies Margaret Thatcher to a Cabinet meeting and presents the naval case for a determined response to the Argentine seizure.
Cabinet Reception
Receives strong Cabinet support after explaining the Navy's ability and determination to mount a South Atlantic operation.
Falklands Task Force
Leach sends orders to a Royal Navy force carrying out exercises in the Mediterranean to prepare to sail south.
Meeting with At Britain's request and calls for restraint
UN Security Council meets at Britain's request and calls for restraint and avoidance of force
UN Security Council
UN Security Council meets at Britain's request and calls for restraint and avoidance of force
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Governor Hunt is informed at 3.30pm FI time that Britain now believes a full invasion is planned and summons an immediate meeting of Government heads of department.
State of Emergency
Warns islanders and mobilises local defences.
UN Security Council
UN Security Council meets at Britains request and calls for restraint and avoidance of force
United Nations
UN Security Council meets at Britains request and calls for restraint and avoidance of force
Reagan warns Argentine junta leader General Galtieri not to take military action
Reagan warns Argentine junta leader General Galtieri not to take military action
Invasion of Falklands
Brigadier General Mario Menendez is appointed Governor of Islas Malvinas and Dependencies
Capture of Falklands
Galtieri hails the "recovery" of the Malvinas, saying Argentina had been left no option other than military action, while Carrington tells Parliament "Port Stanley is now occupied by Argentine military forces"
Invasion of Falklands
Argentina puts Operation Rosario into action by bringing ships into position off the Falkland Islands
Invasion of Falklands
Argentine special forces land at Mullet Creek at 4.30am, more troops land at York Bay at 5.30am, and by 6am are engaged in battle with the Royal Marines - 3 Argentines are killed.
Invasion of Falklands
Brigadier General Mario Menendez is appointed Governor of Islas Malvinas and Dependencies.
Invasion of Falklands
Galtieri hails the "recovery" of the Malvinas, saying Argentina had been left no option other than military action, while Carrington tells Parliament "Port Stanley is now occupied by Argentine military forces". Forces the garrison of 18 Royal Marines to surrender.
Invasion of Falklands
Governor Hunt orders the surrender at 9.15am - by now the whole town other than Government House is under Argentine control.
Rosario
Argentina puts Operation Rosario into action by bringing ships into position off the Falkland Islands
Rule of Falkland Islands
Galtieri hails the "recovery" of the Malvinas, saying Argentina had been left no option other than military action, while Carrington tells Parliament "Port Stanley is now occupied by Argentine military forces"
Commando Medical Support
Provides medical support within Giachino's assault patrol during the fighting around Government House.
Wounded at Government House
Is wounded during the Government House firefight while accompanying the Argentine special-force patrol.
Advance on Government House
Leads his patrol toward Government House with orders to compel the British governor to surrender before the main force enters Stanley.
First Argentine Combat Fatality
Dies from wounds received at Government House, becoming the first Argentine combat fatality of the Falklands conflict.
Government House Firefight
Is mortally wounded during the firefight around Government House while attempting to obtain the governor's surrender.
Advance from Airport Area
Directs marine infantry advancing from the airport area as Argentine forces expand control around Stanley.
Amphibious Vehicle Assault
Oversees BIM 2 troops landing from ARA Cabo San Antonio in tracked and wheeled amphibious vehicles.
BIM 2 Landing
Commands the 2nd Marine Infantry Battalion, the core unit of the Argentine amphibious landing force during Operation Rosario.
Airport Security
His regiment contributes troops to secure Stanley Airport and support the arrival of additional Argentine forces.
Operation Rosario Deployment
Deploys elements of the 25th Infantry Regiment during Operation Rosario as Argentine Army forces join the amphibious assault.
Advance on Moody Brook
Leads the main commando element overland toward the Royal Marines barracks at Moody Brook.
Moody Brook Secured
Finds the Royal Marines barracks abandoned after British defenders move toward Government House.
Mullet Creek Landing
Lands with the main amphibious commando group from ARA Santisima Trinidad in inflatable craft.
Reinforcement Toward Stanley
Redirects commandos from Moody Brook toward Stanley as fighting develops around Government House.
Airport Reconnaissance
Participates in securing and reconnoitring the approaches to Stanley Airport before the main amphibious force arrives.
Airport Secured for Reinforcement
Helps establish control around the airport so follow-on Argentine forces can be landed and flown into the islands.
Tactical Divers Landing
Leads Argentine tactical divers ashore from ARA Santa Fe during the opening phase of Operation Rosario.
Evacuation After Wounding
Is evacuated for treatment after being wounded in the Government House action.
Government House Assault
Is seriously wounded while serving with Giachino's patrol during the attempt to take Government House.
Army Follow-On Deployment
Oversees Army participation as follow-on forces move into the islands after the initial amphibious assault.
Operation Rosario Command
Serves as a senior commander in the joint Argentine operation that captures the Falkland Islands.
British Surrender Received
Receives the British surrender after Argentine forces secure key objectives around Stanley.
Landing Force Orders
Directs the landing force under orders intended to capture the islands while avoiding British and civilian casualties.
Operation Rosario Command
Commands the Argentine amphibious landing force assigned to seize the Falkland Islands during Operation Rosario.
Cat People
Releases Cat People with Giorgio Moroder for the film of the same name.
Invasion of Falklands
1st day of the Falklands War when the Argentines capture the Falklands
Commons Recall Contingency
Tells the Commons that he will seek an emergency recall if developments in the Falklands require Parliament to meet during the weekend following the Argentine invasion.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Destroyers and frigates exercising off Gibraltar under Rear Admiral Sandy Woodward were ordered south. They were joined by the carriers Hermes and Invincible, loaded with Sea Harrier fighters as well as amphibious ships and merchant ships
Falklands Task Force
Destroyers and frigates exercising off Gibraltar under Rear Admiral Sandy Woodward were ordered south. They were joined by the carriers Hermes and Invincible, loaded with Sea Harrier fighters as well as amphibious ships and merchant ships
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
In overall command is Commander in Chief Fleet, Admiral Sir John Fieldhouse at his headquarters at Northwood near London
Falklands Task Force
In overall command is Commander in Chief Fleet, Admiral Sir John Fieldhouse at his headquarters at Northwood near London
Operation Corporate
Commands Operation Corporate from Northwood.
Falklands Task Force
Following the Argentine invasion, Cabinet approval is given for formation of a task force to retake the islands, implementing the naval response Leach had advocated.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Galtieri hails the "recovery" of the Malvinas, saying Argentina had been left no option other than military action, while Carrington tells Parliament "Port Stanley is now occupied by Argentine military forces"
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Galtieri hails the "recovery" of the Malvinas, saying Argentina had been left no option other than military action, while Carrington tells Parliament "Port Stanley is now occupied by Argentine military forces"
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Galtieri hails the "recovery" of the Malvinas, saying Argentina had been left no option other than military action, while Carrington tells Parliament "Port Stanley is now occupied by Argentine military forces".
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
MPs are recalled for an emergency Saturday sitting after the invasion.
Emergency Cabinet
Cabinet approves dispatch of a task force.
Falklands Task Force
After an emergency meeting of the cabinet, approval is given for the formation of a task force to retake the islands
Mobilization
Cabinet approves the sending of the task force
Rule of Falkland Islands
Galtieri hails the "recovery" of the Malvinas, saying Argentina had been left no option other than military action, while Carrington tells Parliament "Port Stanley is now occupied by Argentine military forces"
Suez Canal
MPs are recalled for a special Saturday sitting of the House of Commons (first since Suez)
Amphibious Task Group
Commands the amphibious shipping for the campaign.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Commodore Mike Clapp is in charge of the amphibious ships
Falklands Task Force
Commodore Mike Clapp is in charge of the amphibious ships
Defence of Government House
Commands Royal Marines resisting the Argentine landing.
Falklands War
Authorises military action after Argentina invades the Falkland Islands.
Carrier Battle Group
Orders his ships south to join the task force.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Governor Hunt orders the surrender at 9.15am - by now the whole town other than Government House is under Argentine control.
State of Emergency
Governor Hunt advises Islanders that Galtieri has rejected Reagan's intervention, and declares a State of Emergency at 3.25am
Surrender of Stanley
Orders surrender after Argentine troops control Stanley.
United Nations
Britains United Nations ambassador Sir Anthony Parsons puts a draft resolution to the Security Council condemning the hostilities and demanding immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands
United Nations
Britains United Nations ambassador Sir Anthony Parsons puts a draft resolution to the Security Council condemning the hostilities and demanding immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands
Invasion of Falklands
UN Security Council passes Resolution 502 by 10 votes to 1 (with 4 abstentions) demanding immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands - Argentina refuses to comply
UN Security Council
UN Security Council passes Resolution 502 by 10 votes to 1 (with 4 abstentions) demanding immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands - Argentina refuses to comply
Grytviken Firefight
Directs Guerrico during a close-range engagement with Royal Marines defending South Georgia.
Guerrico Battle Damage
Keeps command after Guerrico is damaged by British small-arms and anti-tank fire during the Grytviken action.
South Georgia Reinforcement
Commands ARA Guerrico as the corvette supports Argentine operations to seize Grytviken.
Grytviken Landing
Leads marine troops ashore during the Argentine occupation of South Georgia.
South Georgia Marine Reinforcement
Commands an Argentine marine detachment sent to reinforce the operation against the British position at Grytviken.
UN Security Council
UN Security Council passes Resolution 502 by 10 votes to 1 (with 4 abstentions) demanding immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands - Argentina refuses to comply
United Nations
UN Security Council passes Resolution 502 by 10 votes to 1 (with 4 abstentions) demanding immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands - Argentina refuses to comply
Invasion of Falklands
The United Nations directive 502 is passed through the House of Commons
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
UN Security Council passes Resolution 502 by 10 votes to 1 (with 4 abstentions) demanding immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands - Argentina refuses to comply
Falklands Task Force
Backed by an emergency session of the House of Commons
UN Security Council
The United Kingdom's United Nations ambassador Sir Anthony Parsons submits a draft resolution to the United Nations Security Council, the resolution, which condemned the hostilities and demanded immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands
UN Security Council
UN Security Council passes Resolution 502 by 10 votes to 1 (with 4 abstentions) demanding immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands - Argentina refuses to comply
UN Security Council Resolution 502
Resolution 502 demands Argentine withdrawal from the islands.
UN Security Council
The United Kingdom's United Nations ambassador Sir Anthony Parsons submits a draft resolution to the United Nations Security Council, the resolution, which condemned the hostilities and demanded immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands
UN Security Council
Submits a British draft resolution after the invasion.
UN Security Council
UN Security Council passes Resolution 502 by 10 votes to 1 (with 4 abstentions) demanding immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands - Argentina refuses to comply
United Nations Security Council
The United Kingdoms United Nations ambassador Sir Anthony Parsons submits a draft resolution to the United Nations Security Council, the resolution, which condemned the hostilities and demanded immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands
United Nations
UN Security Council passes Resolution 502 by 10 votes to 1 (with 4 abstentions) demanding immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands - Argentina refuses to comply
UN Security Council
UN Security Council passes Resolution 502 by 10 votes to 1 (with 4 abstentions) demanding immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands - Argentina refuses to comply
United Nations Security Council
The United Kingdoms United Nations ambassador Sir Anthony Parsons submits a draft resolution to the United Nations Security Council, the resolution, which condemned the hostilities and demanded immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands
United Nations
The United Nations passes Resolution 502 demanding Argentine withdrawal from the Falklands
United Nations
The United Nations directive 502 is passed through the House of Commons
United Nations
UN Security Council passes Resolution 502 by 10 votes to 1 (with 4 abstentions) demanding immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands - Argentina refuses to comply
3 Commando Brigade
Prepares 3 Commando Brigade for South Atlantic deployment.
UN Security Council Resolution 502
The United Kingdom's United Nations ambassador Sir Anthony Parsons submits a draft resolution to the United Nations Security Council, the resolution, which condemned the hostilities and demanded immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands
HMS Conqueror Sails
HMS Conqueror sails south from Faslane.
UN Security Council Resolution 502
The United Nations resolution is adopted by the council United Nations Security Council Resolution 502, which passes with ten votes in support, one against (Panama) and four abstentions (China, the Soviet Union, Poland and Spain)
UN Security Council
The United Nations resolution is adopted by the council United Nations Security Council Resolution 502, which passes with ten votes in support, one against (Panama) and four abstentions (China, the Soviet Union, Poland and Spain)
UN Resolution 502
The United Nations resolution is adopted by the council United Nations Security Council Resolution 502, which passes with ten votes in support, one against (Panama) and four abstentions (China, the Soviet Union, Poland and Spain)
United Nations Security Council
The United Nations resolution is adopted by the council United Nations Security Council Resolution 502, which passes with ten votes in support, one against (Panama) and four abstentions (China, the Soviet Union, Poland and Spain)
United Nations
Lighthousekeeper and radio ham Reg Silvey makes radio contact with the UK and continues clandestine broadcasts throughout the occupation
UN Resolution 502
The United Kingdoms United Nations ambassador Sir Anthony Parsons submits a draft resolution to the United Nations Security Council, the resolution, which condemned the hostilities and demanded immediate Argentine withdrawal from the Islands
Invasion of Falklands
The task force sails for the Falklands
Resignation of Peter Alexander Rupert Carrington
Lord Carrington resigns as Foreign Secretary after the Argentine invasion of the Falkland Islands, creating the vacancy that Francis Pym fills the following day.
Resignation of Richard Luce
Junior Foreign Office Minister's Richard Luce and Humphrey Atkins resign
Falklands Task Force
The aircraft carriers HMS Hermes and HMS Invincible leave Portsmouth with escorts as leading elements of the task force whose mobilization Leach had urged.
Resignation of Humphrey Atkins
Junior Foreign Office Minister's Richard Luce and Humphrey Atkins resign
Resignation of Peter Alexander Rupert Carrington
Resigns as Foreign Secretary after the invasion.
Resignation of Peter Alexander Rupert Carrington
Carrington resigns and is replaced as Foreign Secretary by Francis Pym
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
British Government announces it will impose a 200-mile exclusion zone around the Islands on 26 April
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Aircraft carriers Hermes and Invincible set sail from Portsmouth
Exclusion Zone
British Government announces it will impose a 200-mile exclusion zone around the Islands on 26 April
Exclusion Zone
Announces a 200-mile maritime exclusion zone.
Resignation of Peter Alexander Rupert Carrington
Carrington resigns and is replaced as Foreign Secretary by Francis Pym
Reagan approves Haig peace mission
Reagan approves Haig peace mission
Appointment as Foreign Secretary
Appointed Foreign Secretary after Lord Carrington resigned following the Argentine invasion of the Falkland Islands, taking responsibility for Britain's diplomatic response during the crisis.
Opening Message to Alexander Haig
Writes to Alexander Haig stressing close Anglo-American cooperation, demanding Argentine withdrawal and restoration of British administration while describing United States influence as critical to the diplomatic effort.
Chief of Defence Staff
Advises the War Cabinet on military strategy.
War Cabinet
The British Government sets up a War Cabinet to provide day-to-day political oversight of the campaign
War Cabinet
Creates a small War Cabinet for daily campaign control.
First Commons Falklands Debate as Foreign Secretary
Opens a Commons debate less than two days after taking office, acknowledging the circumstances of Carrington's departure and the exceptional responsibility created by the Falklands crisis.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
A task force is sent by Britain to recapture the Falkland Islands from Argentina
Reagan approves the Haig peace mission
Reagan approves the Haig peace mission
BIM 5 Arrives
Arrives with the 5th Marine Infantry Battalion to reinforce the Argentine defence of Stanley.
Foreign Secretary of Great Britain
Appointed Foreign Minister
Downing Street Meeting with Haig
Joins Margaret Thatcher and Alexander Haig at Downing Street as the British government sets out its demand for Argentine withdrawal and considers possible diplomatic formulas.
Private Meeting with Alexander Haig
Meets Alexander Haig at the Foreign Office before Haig travels to Buenos Aires, discussing withdrawal, administration and possible American mediation between Britain and Argentina.
Visit to London
The Haig peace mission arrives in London
Visit to Buenos Aires
The Haig peace mission arrives in Buenos Aires
Second Haig Mission Talks
Participates in renewed Downing Street discussions after Haig returns from Buenos Aires, examining Argentine positions, British requirements and possible terms for avoiding a military confrontation.
Declaration of Exclusion Zone
The maritime exclusion zone comes into operation
Exclusion Zone
200 mile maritime exclusion zone around the Islands declared by Britain to prevent Argentine reinforcements and supplies reaching the Islands from the mainland
Visit to London
The Haig peace mission arrives in London, 2nd time
Argentine Autonomy Proposal Review
Discusses with Haig a new Argentine formulation involving autonomy and United Nations decolonisation language, treating it as movement from Buenos Aires that still required British examination.
Early Morning Haig Consultation
Speaks with Haig shortly after 1 a.m. as negotiations encounter Argentine objections, agreeing that the diplomatic stakes are high and further consultation with Thatcher is necessary.
Final Haig Consultation Before Departure
Agrees to meet Haig privately before the American Secretary leaves London, allowing another detailed exchange on revised ideas before Haig reports to President Reagan.
Invasion of Falklands
The Argentine fleet leaves Puerto Belgrano
Mobilization
The Argentine fleet leaves Puerto Belgrano
Diplomatic Plan at London
Argentina rejects Haig's 5 point peace plan and London is informed
Returns to London to brief President Reagan
Returns to London to brief President Reagan
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Reagan terminates Haig's peace mission, declares US support for Britain, imposes economic sanctions on Argentina, and offers Britain materiel and other aid. British destroyer group takes up holding position in mid-Atlantic
Visit to Buenos Aires
The Haig peace mission arrives in Buenos Aires, 2nd time
United Nations
Defines rules of engagement as self-defense under United Nations Charter Article 41
Constitution Act
Proclaims patriation of the Constitution and the Charter of Rights.
Operation Sutton Planning
Plans the land campaign with naval commanders.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Admiral Sir John Fieldhouse chairs conference at Ascension Island with Admiral Sandy Woodward and 3 Commando Brigade which sets out detailed plans for the retaking of the Islands by force
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
The main task force sails south from Ascension Island. Admiral Sir John Fieldhouse chairs conference at Ascension Island with Admiral Sandy Woodward and 3 Commando Brigade which sets out detailed plans for the retaking of the Islands by force
Ascension Conference
Chairs planning talks with Woodward and Thompson.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Admiral Sir John Fieldhouse chairs conference at Ascension Island with Admiral Sandy Woodward and 3 Commando Brigade which sets out detailed plans for the retaking of the Islands by force
Diplomatic Plan at Buenos Aires
Presents the Junta with a 5 point peace plan
Revised Argentine Text Received
Receives Haig's report of a revised Argentine negotiating text and is informed that, although still unsatisfactory, Washington believes it shows movement toward a potentially workable settlement.
Salisbury Renamed Harare
The capital is officially renamed Harare on the second independence anniversary.
Agreement on Transfer sovereignty by 31 December 1982 and
Argentina rejects Haigs plan unless Britain agrees to transfer sovereignty by 31 December 1982 and allow Argentine nationals to settle in the Islands. Argentina rejects Haigs 5 point peace plan & London is informed
Rule of Falkland Islands
Argentina rejects Haigs plan unless Britain agrees to transfer sovereignty by 31 December 1982 and allow Argentine nationals to settle in the Islands
Sanctions
President Ronald Reagan reinstates the trade embargo with Cuba
Buenos Aires Proposal Assessment
Receives Haig's current negotiating text from Buenos Aires together with the American assessment that it retreats from earlier understandings on withdrawal, interim administration and long-term negotiations.
Declaration of Exclusion Zone
The exclusion zone comes into force
Sovereignty Diplomacy
Argentina rejects Haig's plan unless Britain agrees to transfer sovereignty by 31 December 1982 and allow Argentine nationals to settle in the Islands
Sanctions
President Ronald Reagan reinstates the trade embargo with Cuba
Trade Embargo
President Ronald Reagan reinstates the trade embargo with Cuba
Agreement on Transfer sovereignty by 31 December 1982 and
Argentina rejects Haigs plan unless Britain agrees to transfer sovereignty by 31 December 1982 and allow Argentine nationals to settle in the Islands
Diplomatic Plan at Buenos Aires
Argentina rejects Haigs 5 point peace plan & London is informed
Acceptance of Washington Talks Invitation
Agrees to travel to Washington for two days of talks after Haig asks for direct discussions to identify Britain's negotiating bottom line and avoid diplomatic stalemate.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
British War Cabinet orders repossession of Islands
War Cabinet Order
Orders the repossession of the Falkland Islands.
Derelict Land Policy
Addresses the Commons on derelict-land reclamation policy.
London Docklands Development Corporation
Addresses Commons questions on the London Docklands Development Corporation.
Operation Paraquet
The first landings of SAS troops took place, the weather is so bad that their landings and others made the next day are all withdrawn after several helicopters crash into the Fortuna glacier
Invasion of South Georgia
The South Georgia operation begins
Fortuna Glacier Flight
Pilots HMS Antrim's Wessex during the difficult special-forces operation on Fortuna Glacier.
Fortuna Glacier SAS Insertion
Serves as observer in HMS Antrim's Wessex helicopter during the hazardous insertion of SAS troops onto Fortuna Glacier.
Operation Paraquet
SAS landings on Fortuna Glacier are abandoned in bad weather.
Bombing of PLO
Strikes the PLO in Lebanon as retaliation for PLO guerrilla activities within Israel
Visit to Washington
Travels to Washington for direct talks with Alexander Haig on the American peace proposals, British withdrawal requirements and arrangements for interim administration of the Falkland Islands.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
British task force arrives in Falklands waters
Fortuna Glacier Mass Rescue
Pilots the overloaded Wessex that rescues SAS troops and helicopter crews from severe weather on the glacier.
Fortuna Glacier Rescue Crew
Serves in the Wessex crew during the rescue of SAS soldiers and stranded helicopter personnel from Fortuna Glacier.
Fortuna Glacier Rescue
Helps navigate the Wessex during the rescue of SAS personnel and crews from two helicopters lost on Fortuna Glacier.
Invasion of Falklands
Britain warns Argentina that any military or civilian ship or aircraft representing a threat to the task force will be destroyed
Falkland Islands Framework Review
Works through the proposed Falkland Islands Framework with Haig and senior officials paragraph by paragraph, testing provisions on withdrawal, interim administration and the islands' future status.
Operation Paraquet
A submarine alert is sounded and operations are halted, with the Tidespring being withdrawn to deeper water to avoid interception
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Britain warns Argentina that any military or civilian ship or aircraft representing a threat to the task force will be destroyed
Washington Negotiations Report
Returns with the American framework and gives Thatcher and senior colleagues a full report on the Washington negotiations, including unresolved concerns about Argentine participation in interim administration.
Return of Sinai
Receives most remaining occupied Sinai territory after Israel completes its scheduled withdrawal.
Invasion of Falklands
South Georgia is recaptured & the nation is told to "rejoice!"
Operation Paraquet
After a short forced march by the British force ordered by Sheridan, the Argentine forces surrendered without resistance, Prime Minister Thatcher breaks the news to the media, telling them to "Just rejoice at that news!"
Capture of South Georgia
Announces the recovery of South Georgia.
Capture of South Georgia
South Georgia recaptured by Royal Marines - Thatcher tells Britain to "rejoice"
ARA Santa Fe Attack
Pilots the Wessex during the attack that helps disable ARA Santa Fe near South Georgia.
ARA Santa Fe Attack
Serves in the Wessex crew whose depth-charge attack severely damages the Argentine submarine ARA Santa Fe.
South Georgia Air Support
Continues helicopter operations supporting British forces during the recapture of South Georgia.
Operation Paraquet
Leads British forces as South Georgia is retaken.
Capture of South Georgia
South Georgia is recaptured from the Argentinians
Camp David Agreement
In accordance with Camp David agreements, Israel completes the Sinai withdrawal
Rule of Sinai
In accordance with Camp David agreements, Israel completes the Sinai withdrawal
Camp David Agreement
Ariel Sharon, as defense minister, directs the dismantling of Israeli settlements in the Sinai Peninsula
Rule of Sinai
Ariel Sharon, as defense minister, directs the dismantling of Israeli settlements in the Sinai Peninsula
Leith Surrender
Surrenders the Argentine detachment at Leith Harbour after British forces retake South Georgia.
Tug of War
Produces Tug of War, reuniting with Paul McCartney for a successful early-1980s album.
Guarantee Proposal Withdrawn
Accepts Haig's judgment that the proposed American security guarantee has little chance of agreement and returns to the latest Washington framework as the basis for further negotiations.
United States Security Guarantee Proposal
After Britain retakes South Georgia, proposes that Argentina withdraw from the Falklands while the United States militarily guarantees the islands' security during a renewed diplomatic process.
Falklands Task Force
Admiral Woodward's task group rendezvous with mid-Atlantic destroyers
Declaration of Defence Area
A "defence area" is declared around the fleet
Defence Area
Declares a defence area around the British fleet.
Task Group Rendezvous
Rendezvous with destroyers moving south.
Operation Sutton
Operation Sutton is presented to the cabinet
Invasion of Falklands
Organisation of American States supports Argentina's sovereignty claim but calls for peaceful negotiations
Organisation of American States
Organisation of American States supports Argentina's sovereignty claim but calls for peaceful negotiations
Rule of Falkland Islands
Organisation of American States supports Argentina's sovereignty claim but calls for peaceful negotiations
OAS Resolution Response
Thanks Haig for American efforts at the OAS but rejects provisions limiting British self-defence, urging Washington to defend Security Council Resolution 502 against competing diplomatic initiatives.
Diplomatic Proposal
Argentina rejects Haig proposals
Reservations on United States Peace Proposal
Communicates fundamental British reservations about the American peace proposal while stopping short of rejecting it, allowing Washington to present Argentina as the party refusing the negotiated framework.
Mobilization
The task force arrives at the exclusion zone
Alliance Reagan declares US for Britain
Reagan declares US for Britain and promises "materiel aid"
Exclusion Zone
Maritime exclusion zone is declared a total exclusion zone, applicable to all ships and aircraft supporting the Argentine occupation of the Islands
International Sanctions at London
Reagan terminates Haig's peace mission, declares US support for Britain, imposes economic sanctions on Argentina, and offers Britain materiel and other aid
Total Exclusion Zone
Extends restrictions to ships and aircraft supporting Argentina.
International Sanctions at Falkland Islands
Reagan terminates Haigs peace mission, declares US support for Britain, imposes economic sanctions on Argentina, and offers Britain materiel and other aid
Alliance Ronald Wilson Reagan and for Britain
Reagan declares US support for Britain & promises "material aid"
International Sanctions
Reagan terminates Haigs peace mission, declares US support for Britain, imposes economic sanctions on Argentina, and offers Britain materiel and other aid
Naval Campaign Direction
Directs the Argentine Navy during the opening naval phase of the Falklands conflict.
Air Force War Direction
Directs the Argentine Air Force as it prepares for combat against the approaching British task force.
Tumbledown Defence Assigned
Deploys BIM 5 across Mount Tumbledown, Mount William and Sapper Hill as part of the Stanley defensive perimeter.
Apostadero Naval Malvinas Established
Takes command of the naval support installation created at Stanley after Operation Rosario.
Naval Logistics at Stanley
Coordinates naval support and logistics for Argentine surface units operating from Stanley during the occupation.
Leith Harbour Garrison
Commands the Argentine detachment remaining at Leith Harbour during the South Georgia crisis.
South Georgia Garrison Duty
Remains involved in Argentine garrison operations on South Georgia after the initial fighting.
European Cup Semi-Final
Villa eliminates Anderlecht to reach its first European Cup final.
Naval Losses
Vulnerable to Argentine aircraft, both carrier and land based, missile armed surface ships and submarines Woodward's approval is given to sink any Argentine warships outside Argentine territorial waters
HMS Conqueror Deployment
As the Royal Navy mobilizes for the Falklands campaign, the nuclear-powered submarine HMS Conqueror sails from Faslane before the main carrier force departs.
Merchant Shipping Request
Requests merchant shipping support for Operation Corporate because the Royal Navy alone does not possess enough transport capacity for the rapid deployment.
Merchant Troop Transport
The naval plan Leach advocates depends on requisitioned civilian vessels to carry substantial elements of the landing force toward the South Atlantic.
Naval Lift Shortfall
Recognizes that the fleet requires civilian shipping to move troops, equipment, supplies, and specialist support over the long South Atlantic route.
SS Canberra Support
The merchant-shipping mobilization requested under Leach's naval response helps bring SS Canberra into Operation Corporate as a major troop transport.
Ships Taken Up From Trade
Supports the rapid use of ships taken up from trade to augment Royal Navy and Royal Fleet Auxiliary capacity for the Falklands campaign.
Sea Harrier Squadron Command
Commands 801 Naval Air Squadron aboard HMS Invincible during the Falklands air campaign.
SAS Deployment to Task Force
Commands 22 SAS as the regiment deploys with the British task force for operations in the South Atlantic.
ARA Santa Fe Explosive Clearance
Leads a five-man diving team clearing explosives and hazardous material from the damaged Argentine submarine ARA Santa Fe.
South Georgia Helicopter Operations
Participates in HMS Antrim's Wessex operations during the campaign to recover South Georgia.
Operation Paraquet Aircrew
Serves throughout the opening South Georgia phase aboard HMS Antrim's Wessex HAS.3 helicopter Humphrey.
South Georgia Special Forces
Commands D Squadron, 22 SAS, during special-forces operations connected with the recapture of South Georgia.
Ajax First-Team Debut
Makes his Ajax first-team debut and scores after coming on as a substitute for Johan Cruyff.
May 1982179 historical events
DFB Cup Comeback Against Nuremberg
Paul Breitner helps Bayern recover from a 2-0 deficit to defeat Nuremberg 4-2 in the German Cup final.
Operation Black Buck
British Vulcans attack Stanley airfield.
Operation Black Buck
Operations against the Falklands open with the "Black Buck 1" attack on the airfield at Stanley
Air Attacks on Falklands
Air attacks begin on the Argentine garrison on the Falklands
Operation Black Buck
Operations against the Falklands open with the "Black Buck 1" attack on the airfield at Stanley
Mirage Air Combat
Leads Sea Harrier combat operations as British fighters engage Argentine aircraft on the opening day of major air attacks.
Operation Black Buck
Pilots the Vulcan bomber during Black Buck 1.
Black Buck 1 Tanker Support
Flies a Victor tanker deep into the refuelling sequence supporting Vulcan XM607 on Black Buck 1.
Refuelling Probe Failure
Suffers a refuelling-probe failure in severe weather, forcing Bob Tuxford's Victor to take over the final tanker role.
Black Buck 1 Tanker Mission
Captains Victor K2 XL189 during the complex tanker operation supporting the first Black Buck raid.
Final Vulcan Refuelling
Provides the final planned fuel transfer that enables Martin Withers's Vulcan to continue toward Stanley.
Diplomatic Proposal
Peruvian President Belaunde Terry presents a peace proposal to Galtieri who gives preliminary acceptance with some modifications
Sinking of ARA General Belgrano - HMS Conqueror Attack
HMS Conqueror fired three torpedoes at General Belgrano on 2 May 1982; two struck and the cruiser was abandoned as she sank.
Sinking of ARA General Belgrano
The General Belgrano is sunk outside the Exclusion Zone demarcated by the British. Over 700 men are rescued from the open ocean despite cold seas and stormy weather, the 368 losses from the Belgrano total just over half of Argentine deaths in the Falklands conflict
Abandon Ship
Orders evacuation as flooding and damage make it impossible to save General Belgrano.
Belgrano Torpedoed
Is commanding General Belgrano when HMS Conqueror torpedoes the cruiser.
General Belgrano Patrol
Commands the cruiser ARA General Belgrano while it operates southwest of the Falkland Islands.
Provisional President Takes Office
Magana becomes provisional President after the Constituent Assembly election
Invasion of Falklands
The General Belgrano is sunk by HMS conqueror
Meeting with United Nations Secretary General Perez de Cuellar
Meets United Nations Secretary-General Javier Perez de Cuellar in New York as Britain considers a possible United Nations diplomatic route after the failure of earlier American mediation efforts.
Naval Losses
General Belgrano sunk 30 miles outside exclusion zone by submarine Conqueror on orders of War Cabinet who claim self-defence - 368 Argentines die
Naval Losses
The General Belgrano is sunk outside the Exclusion Zone demarcated by the British. After the loss of the Belgrano, the entire Argentine fleet returns to port and do not leave again for the duration of hostilities
Naval Losses
HMS Conqueror sinks the Argentine cruiser General Belgrano.
Sinking of General Belgrano
HMS Conqueror sinks the cruiser General Belgrano.
Sinking of General Belgrano
The cruiser sinking changes Argentine naval operations.
Constitution of Peru
The sinking occurs 14 hours after Constitutional President of the Republic of Peru Fernando Belapounds nde Terry had proposed a comprehensive peace plan and called for regional unity
Diplomatic Proposal
Peruvian President Belaunde Terry presents a peace proposal to Galtieri who gives preliminary acceptance with some modifications
Sinking of ARA General Belgrano - Peace Initiative Context
Belgrano was torpedoed while Peruvian President Fernando Belaรบnde Terry was promoting a peace proposal aimed at ending the Falklands conflict.
Sinking of ARA General Belgrano
The sinking occurs 14 hours after Constitutional President of the Republic of Peru Fernando Belapounds nde Terry had proposed a comprehensive peace plan and called for regional unity
Diplomatic Plan
Rejects the Peruvian peace plan, cites the sinking of the Belgrano. Galtieri rejects Peruvian peace plan, citing General Belgrano
Sinking of ARA General Belgrano - Rescue Operation
Argentine and Chilean vessels rescued 772 survivors from General Belgrano between 3 and 5 May amid cold, worsening South Atlantic weather.
Sinking of ARA General Belgrano
Galtieri rejects Peruvian peace plan, citing General Belgrano. After the loss of the Belgrano, the entire Argentine fleet returns to port and do not leave again for the duration of hostilities
Haig Negotiated Settlement Letter
Receives Haig's appeal to continue seeking a negotiated settlement despite military developments, with Washington warning that continued fighting could produce prolonged instability and hostility.
Naval Losses
Galtieri rejects Peruvian peace plan, citing General Belgrano
British Fleet Located
Commands naval reconnaissance activity that locates the British force before the Super Etendard attack on HMS Sheffield.
Neptune Contact Maintained
Uses a Neptune patrol aircraft to maintain contact information on the British force for the Sheffield strike.
Strike Targeting Information
Provides targeting information that enables the Super Etendard pair to approach the British naval formation.
Exocet Attack on Sheffield
Launches an AM39 Exocet during the mission that fatally damages HMS Sheffield.
First Argentine Naval Air Strike
Participates in the Argentine Navy's first wartime Super Etendard and Exocet attack against the British fleet.
Sheffield Strike Launch
Takes off in a Super Etendard with Armando Mayora for an Exocet strike against the British task force.
Exocet Mission Refuelling
Completes aerial refuelling with Bedacarratz before the pair continue at low level toward the British task force.
Return from Sheffield Strike
Returns to Rio Grande after the attack that leaves HMS Sheffield fatally damaged.
Sheffield Strike Wingman
Flies as the second Super Etendard pilot in the Exocet mission against HMS Sheffield.
Expanded Contact Group Proposal
Sends Haig an expanded settlement proposal linking ceasefire and mutual withdrawal with a temporary contact group, safeguards for the islanders and a timetable for final negotiations.
Peruvian Peace Proposal Statement
Tells the Commons he is responding positively to Peruvian peace ideas while insisting that Argentine withdrawal must accompany any ceasefire and precede substantive negotiations.
Naval Losses
The British lose the Type 42 destroyer HMS Sheffield to fire following an Exocet missile strike - 20 die
Operation Black Buck
British forces begin bombarding Argentine positions around Stanley
Loss of HMS Sheffield
HMS Sheffield is hit by an Exocet missile.
Loss of HMS Sheffield
Loses HMS Sheffield to Argentine air attack.
Occupation
Israel accepts the US proposal for mutual withdrawal from Lebanon of Israel & Syria
Cabinet Acceptance of Peace Framework
Conveys that the British Cabinet will accept the American-Peruvian proposals as a basis for further work, subject to changes on withdrawal, terminology and safeguards for the islanders.
Draft Interim Agreement Amendments
Replies to Haig with British amendments to the proposed interim agreement, seeking explicit withdrawal of all Argentine forces and clearer language protecting British requirements.
Diplomatic Plan at London
Emergency meeting of full British cabinet approves Peruvian peace plan
Diplomatic Plan at London
Full cabinet approval of the Peruvian peace plan
Peruvian Peace Plan
Cabinet considers and accepts the Peruvian peace plan.
Diplomatic Plan
The Junta rejects the Peruvian peace plan for a 2nd time. Argentine junta rejects Peruvian peace plan
Ceasefire and Withdrawal Linkage
Agrees with Haig that any ceasefire must be tied to simultaneous Argentine withdrawal, regarding that linkage as essential to prevent occupation from being frozen in place.
Haig Telephone Consultation on United Nations Route
Discusses Argentina's rejection of the latest initiative with Haig and reviews the diplomatic shift toward United Nations mediation under Secretary-General Javier Perez de Cuellar.
Positive Response to United Nations Proposals
Tells Haig Britain cannot simply reject the Secretary-General's initiative and expects to give a positive response while preserving withdrawal and security requirements.
Diplomatic Plan at London
Argentine junta rejects Peruvian peace plan
Commons Report on Rejected Peace Plan
Reports to Parliament that Britain had accepted the American-Peruvian proposals but Argentina rejected them, and rules out a ceasefire without a clear timetable for Argentine withdrawal.
Declaration of Exclusion Zone
The exclusion zone is extended to 12 miles off the Argentine coast
Exclusion Zone
Britain extends total exclusion zone to 12 miles off Argentine coast
Bombing of Beirut
Israeli jets raid PLO bases south of Beirut
Argentina declares the entire South Atlantic a war zone
Argentina declares the entire South Atlantic a war zone
Haig sends his deputy General Vernon Walters to Buenos Aires
Haig sends his deputy General Vernon Walters to Buenos Aires
Haig sends his deputy General Vernon Walters to Buenos Aires
Haig sends his deputy General Vernon Walters to Buenos Aires
Diplomatic Plan
The Junta concedes that "sovereignty not a precondition". Argentine junta concedes that sovereignty of the Islands isn't a precondition to the United Nations peace plan
Diplomatic Plan
Argentine junta concedes that sovereignty of the Islands isnt a precondition to the United Nations peace plan
Francqui Prize
Receives the Francqui Prize for major contributions including spontaneous symmetry breaking, quantum field theory, statistical physics, relativity and cosmology.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
QE2 leaves Southampton with 5 Infantry Brigade comprising Scots Guards, Welsh Guards and Gurkhas
Diplomatic Plan at London
Argentine junta concedes that sovereignty of the Islands is not a precondition to the United Nations peace plan
QE2 Requisitioned
QE2 sails with 5 Infantry Brigade troops.
5 Infantry Brigade
Deploys south with 5 Infantry Brigade.
Commons Review of Falklands Diplomacy
Reviews the diplomatic effort in the Commons as fighting continues, defending the government's negotiating activity while maintaining that responsibility for policy remains with the government.
Pebble Island Raid
Commands D Squadron in the raid that destroys eleven Argentine aircraft on Pebble Island.
Luxembourg Meeting with Alexander Haig
Meets Haig during the NATO ministerial gathering for an intensive exchange on the Falklands crisis, followed by a joint public statement about their discussions.
Diplomatic Mission to London
Britain's United Nations ambassador Sir Anthony Parsons sent back to New York with British peace proposals
Peace Proposals
Returns to New York with British peace proposals.
Diplomatic Proposal at London
British peace proposals transmitted to Argentina
Diplomatic Proposal
The Junta rejects the British proposals. Argentine junta rejects British peace proposals
Diplomatic Proposal at London
Argentine junta rejects British peace proposals
Diplomatic Proposal at London
The Junta rejects the British proposals
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
War cabinet gives Admiral Woodward the go ahead for landing plan
Falklands Task Force
War cabinet gives Admiral Woodward the go ahead for landing plan
Landing Approved
Receives approval for the San Carlos landing.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Thatcher accuses Argentina of obduracy and delay, deception and bad faith, tells Commons of collapse of peace process, and orders task force into battle
Rule of Falkland Islands
Offers to place the Falklands under jurisdiction of the UN, Argentina refuses
Tells Parliament of the collapse of the peace process
Tells Parliament of the collapse of the peace process
Thatcher accuses Argentina of obduracy and delay, deception and bad faith, tells
Thatcher accuses Argentina of obduracy and delay, deception and bad faith, tells Commons of collapse of peace process, and orders task force into battle
United Nations
Offers to place the Falklands under jurisdiction of the UN, Argentina refuses
Trelew Air Base Visit
Visits Trelew during the San Carlos fighting and encourages Argentine aircrews conducting attacks against British forces.
Attack on HMS Argonaut
Attacks HMS Argonaut with cannon and rockets after identifying British ships in San Carlos Water.
Return from San Carlos Reconnaissance
Escapes the heavily defended anchorage after completing reconnaissance and attack passes against the landing force.
San Carlos Reconnaissance
Flies an Aermacchi MB-339 reconnaissance mission over the British landing force at San Carlos.
San Carlos Pucara Sortie
Flies a Pucara ground-attack sortie during the first day of the British San Carlos landings.
Shot Down by Sea Harrier
Is shot down by Nigel Ward's Sea Harrier and ejects safely from his Pucara.
Invasion of Falklands
British troops land at San Carlos Bay
San Carlos Landing
Leads 3 Commando Brigade ashore at San Carlos.
Naval Losses
British frigate Ardent sunk in San Carlos Water by air attack - 22 die
Operation Corporate
Two brigades of troops had been transported 8,000 miles and one of the most successful amphibious landings was conducted in San Carlos Water when 3,000 troops are put ashore without casualties
Operation Sutton
San Carlos landings begin, codenamed Operation Sutton. British frigate Ardent sunk in San Carlos Water by air attack - 22 die
Naval Losses
The Ardent is sunk
Operation Corporate
Two brigades of troops had been transported 8,000 miles and one of the most successful amphibious landings was conducted in San Carlos Water when 3,000 troops are put ashore without casualties
Loss of HMS Ardent
HMS Ardent is sunk after repeated air attacks.
Operation Sutton
HMS Fearless supports the amphibious landing.
Operation Sutton
HMS Intrepid supports the San Carlos landing.
Pucara Shot Down
Shoots down Carlos Tomba's Pucara with cannon fire during the San Carlos fighting.
Operation Sutton
Directs the amphibious landing in San Carlos Water.
Landing Beaches
Advises on landing sites for Operation Sutton.
Darwin Diversionary Raid
Leads a deceptive SAS action near Darwin intended to distract Argentine forces during the San Carlos landings.
UN Security Council
An open debate commences at the United Nations Security Council into the Falkands War
United Nations
An open debate commences at the United Nations Security Council into the Falkands War
Naval Losses
The HMS Antelope is sunk
Loss of HMS Antelope
HMS Antelope is lost after unexploded bombs detonate.
Atlantic Conveyor Exocet Launch
Launches an AM39 Exocet during the attack that sets Atlantic Conveyor ablaze and causes its eventual loss.
Atlantic Conveyor Radar Contact
Acquires British radar contacts during the low-level approach and selects the largest return as the strike target.
Atlantic Conveyor Strike Launch
Takes off from Rio Grande with Julio Barraza for a second major Exocet strike against the British task force.
Atlantic Conveyor Exocet Launch
Launches his Exocet with Curilovic during the coordinated strike on the British formation.
Atlantic Conveyor Strike Wingman
Flies the second Super Etendard in the attack mission against the British naval group.
Return from Atlantic Conveyor Strike
Returns safely after the Exocet attack that destroys Atlantic Conveyor and its helicopter cargo.
United States Peacekeeping Offer Received
Receives Haig's proposal for a United States-Brazil peacekeeping force intended to secure the islanders and support an interim settlement as British forces gain military advantage.
Naval Losses
British destroyer Coventry sunk by air attack - 20 die. British container ship Atlantic Conveyor is abandoned with 3 vital chinook helicopters aboard after an exocet missile hit sets the ship ablaze - 12 die
Naval Losses
The HMS Coventry is sunk. The Atlantic Conveyor is sunk
Loss of HMS Coventry
HMS Coventry is sunk by Argentine aircraft.
Loss of Atlantic Conveyor
Atlantic Conveyor is hit by Exocet missiles.
European Cup Captaincy
Mortimer lifts the European Cup after Villa's victory over Bayern Munich.
European Cup Final Goal
Withe scores the only goal as Aston Villa defeats Bayern Munich in the European Cup final.
Withe European Cup Goal in Saunders Legacy
Withe scores the winner against Bayern Munich as Aston Villa lift the European Cup with a team largely built during Saunders's tenure.
European Cup Final Injury
Rimmer leaves the European Cup final injured after nine minutes.
European Cup Final Performance
Spink replaces the injured Jimmy Rimmer and keeps Bayern Munich scoreless.
European Cup Victory
Barton guides Aston Villa to a 1-0 European Cup final victory over Bayern Munich.
Mortimer European Captain from Saunders Team
Mortimer captains Villa to victory over Bayern Munich, crowning a squad whose rise through English football began under Saunders.
Post-Landing Diplomatic Position
Tells Haig that mutual withdrawal and interim administration are no longer realistic after establishment of the British bridgehead and the resulting shift in parliamentary and public opinion.
Response to United States Peacekeeping Proposal
Replies that Britain is considering the American battalion offer and wider post-conflict security questions, while warning that Argentine refusal to negotiate has changed British political opinion.
Diplomatic Negotiations at London
UN Security Council Resolution 505 instructs de Cuellar to seek negotiated settlement
UN Security Council
UN Security Council Resolution 505 instructs de Cuellar to seek negotiated settlement
UN Security Council
UN Security Council Resolution 505 instructs de Cuellar to seek negotiated settlement
United Nations
UN Resolution 505 bids de Cuellar to seek a settlement to the Falklands War
United Nations
UN Security Council Resolution 505 instructs de Cuellar to seek negotiated settlement
United Nations
UN Resolution 505 bids de Cuellar to seek a settlement to the Falklands War
Election
Contests the Beconsfield by-election during the Falklands War, loses deposit
Battle of Goose Green
Helps capture Goose Green
Battle of Goose Green
Helps capture Goose Green
Battle of Goose Green
Helps capture Goose Green
Battle of Goose Green
Commands 2 Para during the attack on Goose Green.
Battle of Goose Green
Argentine forces surrender at Goose Green after the battle.
Darwin-Goose Green Battle
Directs Argentine resistance during the day-long British advance along the Darwin-Goose Green isthmus.
Goose Green Defence
Commands the principal Argentine Army garrison defending Darwin and Goose Green against 2 Para.
Battle of Goose Green
Darwin and Goose Green are liberated, and the battalion releases the local inhabitants unharmed and forced the surrender of some 1,200 of the enemy. Commands the 2nd Battalion of the Parachute Regiment after H Jones is killed
Goose Green Battalion Advance
Moves forward with 2 Para's tactical group during the fighting around Darwin Hill.
Killed at Goose Green
Is killed while moving forward under fire during the Battle of Goose Green.
Ajax Bay Casevac
Delivers another wounded soldier to the medical facilities at Ajax Bay during intense casualty-evacuation operations.
Goose Green Casualty Evacuation
Flies a Scout helicopter casualty-evacuation mission carrying wounded personnel from the Goose Green battle.
Battle of Goose Green
Is severely wounded during the battle.
Goose Green Company Command
Leads D Company, 2 Para, during the Battle of Goose Green.
Battle of Goose Green
Commands A Company during the fighting.
Battle of Goose Green
Commands B Company during the attack.
Battle of Goose Green
Commands D Company during the battle.
Battle of Goose Green
Takes command after H Jones is killed.
Organisation of American States condemns Britain's military action and calls on the
Organisation of American States condemns Britain's military action and calls on the US to stop helping Britain - only the US, Chile, Colombia and Trinidad & Tobago abstain
Organisation of American States
Organisation of American States condemns Britain's military action and calls on the US to stop helping Britain - only the US, Chile, Colombia and Trinidad & Tobago abstain
Goose Green Surrender
Surrenders the Argentine garrison after negotiations conclude the Battle of Goose Green.
Death of Romy Schneider
Death of Romy Schneider
Battle of Goose Green
Argentines surrender Goose Green, British take 1,400 prisoners, and the Islanders imprisoned at Goose Green by the Argentines are released
Capture of Goose Green
Argentines surrender Goose Green, British take 1,400 prisoners, and the Islanders imprisoned at Goose Green by the Argentines are released
Capture of Goose Green
Receives news of the Argentine surrender at Goose Green.
Organization of American States condemns Britain's military action and calls on the
Organization of American States condemns Britain's military action and calls on the US to stop helping Britain - only the US, Chile, Colombia and Trinidad and Tobago abstain
Organization of American States
Organization of American States condemns Britain's military action and calls on the US to stop helping Britain - only the US, Chile, Colombia and Trinidad and Tobago abstain
Mount Kent Seized
Leads SAS forces deep behind Argentine positions and secures Mount Kent ahead of the main British advance.
Belgrano Survivors
Survives the sinking with members of his crew; 323 Argentine sailors are killed in the loss of the cruiser.
HMS Plymouth Campaign Command
Commands HMS Plymouth through operations from South Georgia to San Carlos and the later Falklands campaign.
Special Forces Campaign Direction
Directs SAS operations in theatre during reconnaissance, raids and actions supporting the British land campaign.
Santa Fe Diving Operations
Spends several weeks supervising hazardous diving and explosive-clearance work aboard and around ARA Santa Fe.
Santa Fe Refloated
Helps make ARA Santa Fe safe enough to be refloated and moved from the harbour.
Air Force Cross
Receives the Air Force Cross for his role in the Black Buck 1 refuelling operation.
Ship Arriving Too Late to Save a Drowning Witch
Releases Ship Arriving Too Late to Save a Drowning Witch, including the unexpectedly successful Valley Girl.
Treaty of SALT II
President Reagan states he will do nothing to undercut the SALT agreements as long as the Soviet Union shows equal restraint
Nuclear Power
President Reagan states he will do nothing to undercut the SALT agreements as long as the Soviet Union shows equal restraint
June 198295 historical events
Advance from San Carlos
Begins the advance toward Stanley.
Hercules Interception
Intercepts and destroys an Argentine C-130 Hercules north of the islands.
Conference of Versailles
President Reagan presents his 5 point plan to Britain
Versailles Summit
Discusses peace proposals with allied leaders.
Invasion of Lebanon
Israels ambassador to Britain, Shlomo Argov, is shot and wounded outside a London hotel, Israels invasion of Lebanon follows the assassination attempt, the attack is blamed on Abu Nidals Palestinian Fatah group
Fatah
Israels ambassador to Britain, Shlomo Argov, is shot and wounded outside a London hotel, Israels invasion of Lebanon follows the assassination attempt, the attack is blamed on Abu Nidals Palestinian Fatah group
Conference of Versailles
President Reagan presents his 5 point plan to Britain
Declaration of 5 Point Plan
President Reagan presents his 5 point plan to Britain
Paris South Atlantic Discussions
Meets Haig in Paris during the Versailles summit period to discuss the approaching end of the campaign, Argentine prisoners, continuing hostilities and arrangements for postwar security.
United Nations
Britain vetoes the ceasfire resolution in the Security Council
Invasion of Lebanon
The invasion leads to the unconditional recognition of the State of Israel. Israels ambassador to Britain, Shlomo Argov, is shot and wounded outside a London hotel, Israels invasion of Lebanon follows the assassination attempt, the attack is blamed on Abu Nidals Palestinian Fatah group. Israel attacks targets in south Lebanon one day after the attempted assassination of the Israeli Ambassador in London
Invasion of Lebanon
Israeli General Rafael Eitan convinces Defence Minister Ariel Sharon to invade southern Lebanon to clean out the PLO bases there
Hezbollah
Islamic radicals, including Naim Qassem, form Hezbollah (Hizbullah, i.e. Party of God) in response to Israels invasion of Lebanon
Invasion of Lebanon
Israeli Defence Minister Ariel Sharon orders his forces to invade southern Lebanon to drive Palestine Liberation Organisation fighters out of the country. Islamic radicals, including Naim Qassem, form Hezbollah (Hizbullah, i.e. Party of God) in response to Israels invasion of Lebanon. A 70-day siege by 30,000 Israeli troops leaves up to 14,000 Lebanese and Palestinian civilians dead
PLO
Israeli Defence Minister Ariel Sharon orders his forces to invade southern Lebanon to drive Palestine Liberation Organisation fighters out of the country
Invasion of Lebanon
Israeli Defence Minister Ariel Sharon orders his forces to invade southern Lebanon to drive Palestine Liberation Organisation fighters out of the country. A 70-day siege by 30,000 Israeli troops leaves up to 14,000 Lebanese and Palestinian civilians dead
Hezbollah
Islamic radicals, including Naim Qassem, form Hezbollah (Hizbullah, i.e. Party of God) in response to Israels invasion of Lebanon
Invasion of Lebanon
Islamic radicals, including Naim Qassem, form Hezbollah (Hizbullah, i.e. Party of God) in response to Israels invasion of Lebanon
Israeli Invasion of Lebanon
Israel launches a large-scale invasion of Lebanon during the final months of Elias Sarkis's presidency, advancing northward and intensifying the military and political crisis surrounding Beirut.
Meeting with Pope John Paul II and Queen Elizabeth
President Reagan meets Pope John Paul II and Queen Elizabeth
Meeting with Pope John Paul II and Queen Elizabeth
President Reagan meets Pope John Paul II and Queen Elizabeth
Meeting with Pope John Paul II and Queen Elizabeth
President Reagan meets Pope John Paul II and Queen Elizabeth
Economic Pressure After Liberation
Urges that economic measures against Argentina remain linked to a complete cessation of South Atlantic hostilities, while using prisoner repatriation and sanctions as incentives for ending the conflict.
Invasion of Lebanon
Israel wipes out Syrian SAM missiles in Bekaa Valley
Invasion of Lebanon
Israel wipes out Syrian SAM missiles in Bekaa Valley
Bryukhanov Unit Three Full Power
Heads the station when Unit 3 achieves its 1,000-megawatt design capacity ahead of the planned schedule.
Ceasefire
Iraq declares a ceasefire
Ceasefire
Iraq declares a ceasefire
Birth of Princess Madeleine
Birth of Princess Madeleine
Battle of Stanley
Battle for Stanley begins on Mount Longdon, Mount Harriet and Two Sisters
Battle of Stanley
Sergeant Ian McKay of 3 Para is killed on Mount Longdon and subsequently awarded Victoria Cross
Battle of Mount Longdon
Commands 3 Para at Mount Longdon.
Battle of Mount Harriet
Commands 42 Commando at Mount Harriet.
Battle of Two Sisters
Commands 45 Commando at Two Sisters.
Battle of Mount Longdon
Commands the Argentine forces
Battle of Mount Longdon
Helps capture Mount Longdon, commands 3 Para
Exocet Hit on Glamorgan
Commands Glamorgan when a shore-launched Exocet strikes the destroyer, killing members of the ship's company.
Battle of Mount Longdon
Is killed while attacking Argentine positions.
Battle of Mount Tumbledown
Commands BIM 5 during the hard-fought defence of Mount Tumbledown against the Scots Guards.
Battle of Tumbledown
Is severely wounded during the attack on Tumbledown.
Battle of Tumbledown
Commands Scots Guards during the battle.
Wireless Ridge Assault
Commands D Company during 2 Para's assault on Wireless Ridge on the final night of the land campaign.
Tumbledown Leading Company
Commands Left Flank Company during the decisive central assault on Argentine positions on Mount Tumbledown.
Succession of King Fahd
Becomes crown prince following King Fahd's accession.
Succession of King Fahd
Succeeds King Khalid as the fifth king of Saudi Arabia.
Battle of Port Stanley
General Mario Menendez surrenders to Major General Jeremy Moore at 9pm FI time
Battle of Port Stanley
The Battle of Port Stanley ends with the surrender of Argentine forces. General Mario Menendez surrenders to Major General Jeremy Moore at 9pm FI time. By daylight Argentine troops are fleeing in disarray, by mid-morning white flags are flying in Stanley, and by noon the British have marched to the outskirts of Stanley
Result of Surrender of Argentine Forces in the Falklands
Argentine forces on the Falkland Islands cease resistance, ending the land campaign around Port Stanley.
Surrender of Argentine Forces in the Falklands
The Battle of Port Stanley ends with the surrender of Argentine forces
Withdrawal from Tumbledown
Withdraws surviving marines toward Stanley after British forces break the Tumbledown defensive position.
Captured After Surrender
Becomes a British prisoner of war after the Argentine garrison at Stanley surrenders.
Invasion of Falklands
Port Stanley is captured & the Argentinians surrender. Argentine forces surrender as the British recapture Port Stanley
Falklands Victory During Tenure
Remains First Sea Lord when British forces complete the recovery of the Falkland Islands in June 1982.
Battle of Stanley
Argentine forces surrender at Stanley to Major General Jeremy Moore.
Surrender at Stanley
The Battle of Port Stanley ends with the surrender of Argentine forces
Victory Statement
Tells Parliament that Argentine forces have surrendered.
Surrender Negotiations Support
Uses his special-forces command experience in contacts supporting arrangements for the Argentine surrender.
Battle of Stanley
General Mario Menendez surrenders to Major General Jeremy Moore at 9pm FI time
Battle of Stanley
Receives the Argentine surrender at Stanley.
Surrender at Stanley
Signs the surrender document with Mario Menendez.
Tumbledown Close Combat
Leads close-quarter fighting that breaks through strongly defended Argentine marine positions on the mountain.
Urban Development Grant Scheme
Answers a parliamentary question concerning the Urban Development Grant Scheme.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Peter Blaker, Minister of State for Defence, announces that the official count of British military and civilian war dead is 255, with approximately 300 wounded
Casualty Statement
Announces the official British casualty figures.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Peter Blaker, Minister of State for Defence, announces that the official count of British military and civilian war dead is 255, with approximately 300 wounded
Resignation of Leopoldo Galtieri
Resigns as President & Army Commander in Chief after failing to retain the Falklands
Capture of Southern Thule
Commands the landing that secures Southern Thule.
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
British forces land on Southern Thule (South Sandwich Islands) - Argentines surrender without a fight. Britain formally declares an end to hostilities
Capture of Thule
British forces land on Southern Thule (South Sandwich Islands) - Argentines surrender without a fight
Exclusion Zone
200 mile exclusion zone established around the Islands during the war is replaced by a Falkland Islands Protection Zone of 150 miles
Hostilities
Formally declares an end to hostilities.
Protection Zone
200 mile exclusion zone established around the Islands during the war is replaced by a Falkland Islands Protection Zone of 150 miles
Coalition Premiership Agreed
Son Sann is named Prime Minister of the Coalition Government of Democratic Kampuchea
Coalition Presidency Agreed
Sihanouk is named President of the Coalition Government of Democratic Kampuchea
Tripartite Coalition
Khmer Rouge join FUNCINPEC and KPNLF in the Coalition Government of Democratic Kampuchea
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Governor Rex Hunt returns to Stanley as Civil Commissioner
Return to Stanley
Returns to Stanley as Civil Commissioner.
Invasion of Falklands
Argentine war toll set at 645 dead and missing
Argentine Invasion of Falklands
Thatcher appoints an official commission headed by Lord Franks to examine the causes of Britain's failure to prevent Argentine capture of the Islands
Franks Commission
Thatcher appoints an official commission headed by Lord Franks to examine the causes of Britain's failure to prevent Argentine capture of the Islands
Franks Commission
Appoints Lord Franks to examine pre-war decisions.
Service of Thanksgiving
Service of Thanksgiving and Remembrance at St Paul's Cathedral in London
Thanksgiving Service
Attends the Thanksgiving and Remembrance service.
Franks Commission
Is appointed to chair the inquiry into the crisis.
World Cup Hat Trick Against Belgium
Zbigniew Boniek scores a hat trick in Polandโs 3-0 victory over Belgium in the 1982 World Cup second group stage, putting the team on course for the semifinals.
START I
The first START proposal was presented by United States President Ronald Reagan in Geneva on 29 June 1982
START I
The first START proposal was presented by United States President Ronald Reagan in Geneva on 29 June 1982
HMS Glamorgan Naval Gunfire
Commands HMS Glamorgan while the destroyer provides naval gunfire support for British troops near Stanley.
Plymouth Under Air Attack
Keeps HMS Plymouth operational after the frigate is heavily attacked and damaged by Argentine aircraft.
Distinguished Service Cross
Is awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for leadership and combat performance during the Sea Harrier campaign.
MBE for South Georgia Work
Is appointed MBE for mine-clearance and explosive-disposal work associated with ARA Santa Fe.
Mentioned in Despatches
Is Mentioned in Despatches for his service commanding D Company during the Falklands campaign.
Military Cross
Is awarded the Military Cross for leadership during the Battle of Mount Tumbledown.
Siege of West Beirut
Arafat directs the PLO during the Israeli siege of West Beirut as negotiations begin over the evacuation of Palestinian fighters from Lebanon.
Nuclear No-First-Use Pledge
Announces through a message to the United Nations that the Soviet Union will not be the first to use nuclear weapons.
July 198248 historical events
President of Argentina
Appointed de facto President of Argentina after Leopoldo Galtieri
Manager
Appointed manager of Leeds United
Semifinal Qualification Against Soviet Union
Wlodzimierz Smolarek helps Poland preserve a scoreless draw with the Soviet Union through determined attacking movement and defensive work, a result that sends Poland into the World Cup semifinals.
SDP Leadership Election
Becomes the first elected leader of the Social Democratic Party.
Manager
Bobby Robson is appointed coach of the English national football team and selects former West Bromwich Albion team-mate Don Howe as his chief coach
Manager
Bobby Robson is appointed coach of the English national football team and selects former West Bromwich Albion team-mate Don Howe as his chief coach
Coalition Government Formed
Son Sann takes the prime minister role in the exile coalition
Coalition Proclaimed
CGDK is proclaimed with Sihanouk as President
World Cup Bronze in Spain
Wladyslaw Zmuda anchors Polandโs defense during its second World Cup bronze-medal campaign and helps the team finish third after beating France 3-2.
Third Place Victory Over France
Zbigniew Boniek belongs to the Polish squad that defeats France 3-2 in the World Cup third-place match, although suspension keeps him out of the semifinal against Italy.
1982 FIFA World Cup Final - Karl-Heinz Rummenigge
Karl-Heinz Rummenigge captained West Germany despite fitness problems, but Italyโs second-half goals decided the final.
1982 FIFA World Cup Final - Pierre Littbarski
Pierre Littbarski looked for openings on the German left as the team struggled against Italyโs organised defending.
World Cup Winner
Dino Zoff leads Italy from goal in its 3-1 victory over West Germany, becoming the oldest men's World Cup winning captain at forty.
World Cup Winner
Antonio Cabrini misses a first-half penalty in the 1982 final but continues to contribute from left-back. Italy ultimately overcomes West Germany with three second-half goals.
1982 FIFA World Cup Final - Claudio Gentile
Claudio Gentile protected Italyโs back line as the side contained West Germany and secured its third world championship.
World Cup Winner
Claudio Gentile starts the 1982 final after difficult marking assignments against Argentina and Brazil earlier in the tournament. Italyโs defence holds West Germany to a single late goal.
World Cup Winner
Fulvio Collovati plays in central defence as Italy claims its third World Cup in 1982. His anticipation complements the teamโs controlled response to West German attacks in Madrid.
1982 FIFA World Cup Final - Gaetano Scirea
Gaetano Scirea advanced from defence to help create Italyโs second goal as the team outplayed West Germany in Madrid.
World Cup Winner
Gaetano Scirea combines calm distribution with alert defending in Italyโs 1982 final victory. The Juventus sweeper guides play out from the back as Italy defeats West Germany 3-1.
1982 Final Third Goal
Scores Italy's third goal in the 3-1 final victory over West Germany.
World Cup Winner
Alessandro Altobelli scores Italy's third goal against West Germany to put the 1982 World Cup final beyond reasonable doubt.
World Cup Winner
Francesco Graziani starts the 1982 final for Italy but leaves early because of injury. His teammates go on to defeat West Germany, and he shares in the tournament-winning achievement.
1982 FIFA World Cup Final - Paolo Rossi
Paolo Rossi broke the deadlock with a close-range header against West Germany, beginning Italyโs 3โ1 World Cup final victory.
World Cup Winner
Paolo Rossi heads Italy ahead against West Germany in the final and finishes the tournament as its leading goalscorer.
1982 FIFA World Cup Final - Dino Zoff
Dino Zoff captained Italy from goal and became the oldest captain to lift the menโs World Cup trophy at forty.
Italy World Cup Captain
Captains Italy to its third World Cup title at the age of forty.
Italy World Cup Title Manager
Coaches Italy to its first World Cup title since 1938.
World Cup Winner
Enzo Bearzot takes Italy from an unconvincing group phase to the 1982 World Cup title through victories over major opponents.
World Cup Winner
Bruno Conti supplies the 1982 Italian champions with quick dribbling and penetrating wing play. His skill on the right creates attacking opportunities during the final against West Germany.
World Cup Winner
Gabriele Oriali works tirelessly in Italyโs central midfield during the 1982 World Cup final. His defensive support gives teammates room to counterattack and defeat West Germany 3-1.
1982 Final Goal
Scores Italy's second goal in the final and celebrates with an iconic run.
World Cup Winner
Marco Tardelli drives in Italy's second goal against West Germany and celebrates with an emotional run across the pitch.
Invasion of Iran
Iran launches its 1st attack into Iraq
Invasion of Iran
Iran launches its 1st attack into Iraq
Pink Floyd The Wall
Parker's film adaptation Pink Floyd The Wall premieres in London
The Wall
The world premiere of "The Wall" takes place at The Empire, Leicester Square
The Wall
The world premiere of "The Wall" takes place at The Empire, Leicester Square
Invasion of Iraq
Iran moves troops into northern Iraq
Democratic Transition
Vildoso assumes power and organises the transfer to the elected civilian government.
Exclusion Zone Lifted
Lifts the exclusion zone around the islands.
Exclusion Zone
Britain lifts the Exclusion Zone around the Islands
President of India
Giani Zail Singh takes office as the seventh President of India.
Dismissal
Brigadier General Mario Menendez dismissed from Argentine army
Bombing of Beirut
Israeli jets attack civilian areas in West Beirut killing 120
Postwar Reconciliation Talks with George Shultz
Meets George Shultz for two hours on postwar policy, saying sovereignty talks cannot resume quickly while discussing normalisation with Argentina, sanctions, the arms embargo and relations with Latin America.
Assassination of Ahmed Hassan al- Bakr
Death of Ahmed Hassan al-Bakr, assassinated after planning a return to politics
Death of Ahmed Hassan al- Bakr
Death of Ahmed Hassan al-Bakr, assassinated after planning a return to politics
Golden Boot FIFA World Cup
Claims the FIFA World Cup top-scorer award with 6 goals while representing Italy. The season is distinguished by scoring against Brazil, Poland and West Germany in Italyโs title run.
August 198218 historical events
Prime Minister Returns
Somare returns as Prime Minister after the national election
First Premiership Ends
Chan leaves office after the 1982 election
War Cabinet Dissolved
Dissolves the Falklands War Cabinet.
War Cabinet
The War Cabinet is dissolved
Bombing of Beirut
Israel stages heavy bombardments of Beirut, the United Nations Security council expresses its most serious concern about continued military activities in Lebanon, particularly in and around Beirut
Invasion of Lebanon
Israel stages heavy bombardments of Beirut, the United Nations Security council expresses its most serious concern about continued military activities in Lebanon, particularly in and around Beirut
UN Security Council
Israel stages heavy bombardments of Beirut, the United Nations Security council expresses its most serious concern about continued military activities in Lebanon, particularly in and around Beirut
Bombing of Beirut
Israel stages heavy bombardments of Beirut, the United Nations Security council expresses its most serious concern about continued military activities in Lebanon, particularly in and around Beirut
Invasion of Lebanon
Israel stages heavy bombardments of Beirut, the United Nations Security council expresses its most serious concern about continued military activities in Lebanon, particularly in and around Beirut
UN Security Council
Israel stages heavy bombardments of Beirut, the United Nations Security council expresses its most serious concern about continued military activities in Lebanon, particularly in and around Beirut
Death of Henry Fonda
Death of Henry Fonda
Election of Beshir Gemayel
The Lebanese parliament elects Beshir Gemayel to the presidency during the Israeli invasion, but he is assassinated before he can take the constitutional oath and assume office.
PLO Evacuation from Beirut Begins
The organized evacuation of PLO fighters from Beirut begins under an internationally supervised agreement while Arafat remains in the besieged city.
General People's Congress Founded
Helps establish the General People's Congress.
Ruling Political Organisation Created
The organisation becomes the principal vehicle of his government.
Shankly Gates Opened at Anfield
Agnes Shankly opened the Shankly Gates at Anfield in honour of her late husband, establishing an enduring landmark associated with Liverpoolโs history.
Death of Ingrid Bergman
Death of Ingrid Bergman
Departure from Beirut
Arafat leaves Beirut by sea after the prolonged Israeli siege, ending the PLO's principal military and political base in Lebanon.
September 198230 historical events
Nationalization
Announces nationalization of the banking system during the debt and currency crisis
Political Reform
I participates in political reform connected with Jordanian political and historical developments.
It's Hard Album
Release It's Hard.
Second Jรธrgensen Premiership
The Second Jรธrgensen Premiership ends in Copenhagen, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Denmark.
Prime Minister of Denmark
Appointed Prime Minister of Denmark
Schlรผter Premiership
Begins the Schlรผter Premiership in Copenhagen and serves as Prime Minister of Denmark.
President of Lebanon
Appointed President of the Lebanon after the death of his brother
Assassination of Beshir Gemayel
Killed in a bomb explosion at his party HQ in Beirut
Death of Beshir Gemayel
Death of Beshir Gemayel, assassinated
Death of Grace Patricia Kelly
Death of Grace Patricia Kelly
Capture of Beirut
The Israeli army occupies Beirut
Invasion of Lebanon
The Israeli army occupies Beirut
Misgav
The Jewish town of Misgav was built on land seized from the Palestinians over 3 decades, its 7,000 Jewish residents have jurisdiction over 183,000 dunams (a quarter-acre), while the areas 200,000 Arabs reside on 200,000 dunams
Rule of Beirut
The Israeli army occupies Beirut
Siege of Beirut
The Israeli army occupies Beirut
Invasion of Lebanon
The Israeli army occupies Beirut
Massacre
Palestinians are massacred by "Christian Falangists"
Massacre
The bloodshed brings calls for Begins resignation
Occupation
Occupies West Beirut
Siege of Beirut
Occupies West Beirut
Visit to Hong Kong
Begins a Far East visit to Hong Kong
Agreement on Oppose Soviet hegemony
Meets the Chinese Prime Minister Zhao Ziyang. China & Britain agree to oppose Soviet hegemony
Rule of Hong Kong
The Chinese insist on regaining Hong Kong by 1997
Inauguration of Amin Gemayel
Amin Gemayel takes the constitutional oath as President of Lebanon after the assassination of his brother Beshir and begins his term amid foreign military deployments and continuing civil conflict.
Reballion of Rebels in Tehran
Street battles lead to defeat of the Mujaheddin by the Revolutionary Guard
Reballion of Rebels in Tehran
Street battles lead to defeat of the Mujaheddin by the Revolutionary Guard
Nebraska
Releases Nebraska, a stark solo album recorded largely on a home cassette recorder.
Vice President
Apointed Vice President of the United Malayas National Organisation
PLO Headquarters Established in Tunis
Arafat establishes the PLO's principal headquarters in Tunis after the organization's evacuation from Beirut.
Valley Girl Top Forty Single
Reaches number 32 on the Billboard Hot 100 with Valley Girl, recorded with his daughter Moon.
October 19829 historical events
Return to Democracy
Siles Zuazo takes office and restores civilian democratic rule.
Shea Stadium Concerts
Play farewell-tour concerts at Shea Stadium.
Victory Parade
Takes part in the London victory parade.
Victory Parade
Victory Parade in London
European Parliament Integration Speech
Defends the German-Italian initiative for stronger European political cooperation before the European Parliament.
Garn-St Germain Act
The Act expands powers of savings institutions and accelerates financial deregulation.
Garn-St Germain Depository Institutions Act
Reagan signs the Garn-St Germain Depository Institutions Act, substantially changing the regulatory environment for banks and thrift institutions during a period of financial stress and deregulation.
Britoil Privatisation Statement
Announces to the House of Commons that the Government intends to offer 51 percent of Britoil shares for sale as part of the transfer of BNOC's oil-producing business to the private sector.
Vote of Confidence
Helmut Schmidt is defeated in a vote of no confidence & replaced by Helmut Kohl
November 198224 historical events
Siege of Dezful
Iran attacks Dezful
Sovereignty Diplomacy
The United Nations General Assembly passes a resolution calling for a peaceful solution to the sovereignty dispute
UN General Assembly
Rejects pressure for sovereignty negotiations after the war.
Appointment as First State Commissioner
Mobutu appoints Kengo to direct the government as First State Commissioner.
Final Revolution Day Appearance
Makes one of his final public appearances during the Revolution Day ceremonies shortly before his death.
Constitution of Turkey
Evren installed himself as President of Republic of Turkey on with the 90% approval of the new constitution that was submitted to a public referendum
Election
Evren installed himself as President of Republic of Turkey on with the 90% approval of the new constitution that was submitted to a public referendum
Referendum
Evren installed himself as President of Republic of Turkey on with the 90% approval of the new constitution that was submitted to a public referendum
Inflation Forecast
States that inflation is expected to continue falling and forecasts a rate around 5 percent by the end of 1983.
Privatization
Lawson announces the terms of the Britoil share tender, with 51 percent of the former BNOC oil-producing business offered for sale and the issue underwritten at a minimum tender price.
Britoil Tender Announcement
Announces the terms of the Britoil share tender, including arrangements intended to allow small investors to participate in the privatisation.
Death of Leonid Brezhnev
Dies near Moscow at age seventy-five after eighteen years as Soviet Communist Party leader.
General
Appointed General Secretary of the Communist Party
Death of Leonid Brezhnev
Death of Leonid Brezhnev
Arrest of Lech Walesa
Walesa is released from prison
State Funeral of Leonid Brezhnev
Receives a state funeral in Moscow attended by Soviet officials and foreign leaders.
Captain
Robson captains England for the first time, leading the side to a 3-0 win over Greece in Salonika
Coda
Releases Coda, collecting unreleased Led Zeppelin studio material.
Chairman of Presidium
Appointed Chairman of the Presidium of the People's Assembly
Prime Minister of Japan
Appointed Prime Minister of Japan, 1st term
Uriah Heep
Rejoins Uriah Heep as the drummer
Admiral of the Fleet Promotion
Retires from active service later in 1982 after the Falklands victory and is promoted to Admiral of the Fleet.
Asian Games
New Delhi hosts the Asian Games, prompting major investment in sporting and urban infrastructure.
Arrest of Lech Walesa
Walesa is released from prison
December 198212 historical events
Copenhagen European Council
Represents Greece as leaders address enlargement, budgetary disputes and future Community development.
Copenhagen European Council
Represents Ireland as leaders address enlargement, finances and future Community development.
Bombing of Ballykelly
INLA bombs in Ballykelly kill 11 soldiers
Birth of Alberto Contador Velasco
Birth of Alberto Contador Velasco
Jam
The Jams final concert takes place at the Brighton Centre
Second Taoiseach Term
Returns as Taoiseach and forms another Fine Gael-Labour coalition government.
Entry into National Government
Juncker took the oath as Secretary of State for Labour and Social Security in Pierre Wernerโs government, beginning his long service in Luxembourgโs executive branch.
Eminence Front
Release Eminence Front from It's Hard.
Trans
Releases Trans, using electronic textures and vocoder effects during his Geffen period.
Copenhagen European Council
Attends his first European Council as chancellor while the Community addresses budgetary and institutional questions.
Blizzard of Oz
Osbourne is signed to Epic Records after showing up drunk at a meeting and biting the head off a dove
Nobel Prize for Electron Microscopy
Receives the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for crystallographic electron microscopy of biological complexes.
President of Panama
Appointed President of Panama
President of Albania
Appointed President of Albania
Invasion of Falklands
Supports the Juntas decision to invade the Falkland Islands
Invasion of Falklands
Sees invasion leading to a diplomatic solution & resigns when Britain decides to fight
Resignation of Costa Nicanor Mendes
Sees invasion leading to a diplomatic solution & resigns when Britain decides to fight
Sees invasion leading to a diplomatic solution & resigns when Britain decides
Sees invasion leading to a diplomatic solution & resigns when Britain decides to fight
United Nations
The United Nations Security Council issues Resolution 502, calling on Argentina to withdraw forces from the Islands and for both parties to seek a diplomatic solution
Withdrawal Negotiations at Falkland Islands
The United Nations Security Council issues Resolution 502, calling on Argentina to withdraw forces from the Islands and for both parties to seek a diplomatic solution
Companion of Honour
Invested with the Insignia of a Companion of Honour
Bosnian Playmaker Joins Paris
Safet Suลกiฤ joined Paris Saint-Germain from Sarajevo and developed into a celebrated creator whose dribbling and passing shaped the team's attack.
Attacking Team in Spain
Builds a side remembered for technical and creative football.
Brazil World Cup Manager
Manages Brazil's celebrated attacking team at the 1982 World Cup.
International Caps
Captains Brazil at the 1982 World Cup and scores against Italy in the decisive second-round group match.
International Caps
Creates chances for Brazil's celebrated 1982 side and scores four times during the tournament.
President of Cameroon
Appointed President of the Cameroon
Prime Minister of Cameroon
Appointed Prime Minister of the Cameroon
Cameroon Early World Cup Defensive Role
Emmanuel Kundรฉ represents Cameroon at the 1982 tournament. His team earns draws against Peru, Poland and Italy in its debut campaign.
Experienced Attacker at 1982 Finals
Jean-Pierre Tokoto is among the Cameroon players selected for the 1982 World Cup. The national side finishes level in each of its three group fixtures.
First World Cup for Cameroon Forward
Roger Milla represents Cameroon at its first men's World Cup finals. The experience begins a remarkable international tournament career spanning three editions.
Cameroon Unbeaten World Cup Debut
Thomas N'Kono keeps goal as Cameroon make their World Cup debut in Spain. The team draws all three group matches and exits without a defeat.
World Cup Scorer Against Italy
Grรฉgoire M'Bida scores Cameroon's equaliser against eventual champions Italy at the 1982 World Cup. The 1-1 draw caps an unbeaten group-stage campaign.
Minister of Energy
Appointed Minister of Energy, Mines & Resources
Governor
Appointed Governor of the Cayman Islands
President of Chad
Hissene Habre deposes PM Goukouni Oueddei and becomes dictator of Chad until 1990
President of Chad
Appointed President of Chad
House of the Spirits", memories of her familly and country
Publication of "Of Love & Shadows". Publication of "House of the Spirits", memories of her familly & country
House of the Spirits
Publication of "Of Love & Shadows". Publication of "House of the Spirits", memories of her familly & country
Of Love and Shadows
Publication of "Of Love & Shadows". Publication of "House of the Spirits", memories of her familly & country
Securities Market Law
Promulgates legislation regulating securities issuance and stock-market operations.
Central Committee
Appointed Member of Central Committee
Rule of Hong Kong
Begins negotiations with Margaret Thatcher over the return of Hong Kong
Constitution of China
The 5th National Peoples Congress adopts a new constitution for China
Population
Chinas population surpasses 1 billion people
President of Costa Rica
Appointed President of Costa Rica
Imprisonment after UDPS Formation
Is imprisoned with other opposition deputies after helping create the unauthorized UDPS.
Diplomatic Relations with Israel Restored
Restores diplomatic relations with Israel, reversing the break made during the 1973 Middle East war.
Foreign Secretary of Denmark
Appointed Foreign Minister of Denmark
President of Dominican Republic
Appointed President of the Dominican Republic
President of Finland
Appointed President of Finland, 1st term
European Monetary Cooperation
Mitterrand kept France inside the European Monetary System despite domestic economic pressures.
Bell Inequality Experiment
Performs experiments testing Bell inequalities with entangled photons.
Quantum Entanglement Test
Finds correlations incompatible with local hidden-variable theories.
First French Cup Victory as Captain
Dominique Bathenay captained Paris Saint-Germain to its first major trophy when the club defeated Saint-รtienne in the French Cup final on penalties.
French Cup Final Against Saint-Etienne
Dominique Rocheteau played against his former club Saint-รtienne as Paris Saint-Germain won its first Coupe de France after a penalty shootout.
French Cup Final Shootout Goalkeeper
Dominique Baratelli guarded the Paris Saint-Germain goal as the club secured the 1982 Coupe de France through a penalty shootout against Saint-รtienne.
International Caps
Captains France at the 1982 World Cup and scores from the penalty spot in the dramatic semi-final against West Germany.
KBE
Dahrendorf is made a Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire (KBE) by Queen Elizabeth II
The Model Single
Sees The Model become a major UK hit after its single reissue.
Economy of Germany
Unemployment rises from 582,000 in 1974 to 1.8 million in 1982
Chancellor
Appointed Chancellor of Germany, 1st term
Vote of Confidence
Helmut Schmidt is defeated in a vote of no confidence & replaced by Helmut Kohl
Secretary of State for Defence
Appointed Minister of Defence
Fractional Quantum Hall Effect
With Daniel Tsui, discovers the fractional quantum Hall effect in a two-dimensional electron system.
International Caps
Represents West Germany in the 1982 World Cup semi-final against France and helps his team prevail in the penalty shootout.
Shoot the Moon
Appears in "Shoot the Moon"
Evil under the Sun
Directs Evil under the Sun
The Verdict
Stars in The Verdict
The Missionary
Michael Palin writes and stars in The Missionary, co-starring Maggie Smith
The Missionary
Michael Palin writes and stars in The Missionary, co-starring Maggie Smith
Trail of the Pink Panther
Trail of the Pink Panther is released posthumously using previously filmed Sellers footage as Inspector Clouseau.
Victor Victoria
Stars in Victor Victoria as a performer who gains success by presenting herself as a male female impersonator.
Gandhi
Directs and produces Gandhi, the biographical epic about Indian independence leader Mohandas Gandhi.
Blade Runner
Directs Blade Runner, creating an influential dystopian vision of a future Los Angeles.
Intensive Care
Alan Bennetts play for TV, Intensive Care
Expatriate Tradition Pamphlet
Bradbury published an essay on expatriate themes in American literary history.
Sheffield Steel Album
Releases Sheffield Steel, recorded with a rhythm section associated with Compass Point Studios.
United States Number One with Up Where We Belong
Up Where We Belong reaches number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
Up Where We Belong
Records the duet Up Where We Belong with Jennifer Warnes for the film An Officer and a Gentleman.
Death of James Patrick Jimmy Page
Commissioned by director Michael Winner to record the soundtrack to the film Death Wish II
Wham!
Simon Napier-Bell teams up with manager Jazz Summers and together they take on the management of Wham!
Jam
Weller shocks fans and the press - as well as his fellow band members Buckler and Foxton - by announcing that The Jam will disband at the end of the year. Their final single, "Beat Surrender", becomes their fourth UK chart topper, going straight to No. 1 in its first week
Plant begins his solo career with
Plant begins his solo career with Pictures at Eleven after Led Zeppelin ends
Marriage
Marries Sharon Arden, daughter of Black Sabbath's manager
Wham!
Simon Napier-Bell teams up with manager Jazz Summers and together they take on the management of Wham!
Black Sabbath
Ozzy Osbourne releases the live LP Speak Of The Devil with the favorites "Paranoid" and "Iron Man / Children Of The Grave" medley
Blizzard of Oz
Appointed Member of Blizzard of Oz, after the death of Randy Rhoads
Blizzard of Oz
Appointed Member of Blizzard of Oz, replaces Bernie Torme
Arrest of John Michael "Ozzy" Osbourne
Ozzy is arrested for urinating on a part of the Alamo in Texas
Diary Of A Madman is certified
Diary Of A Madman is certified platinum
Clash
The loss of Headon, well-liked by the others, exposes the growing frictions within the band. Jones and Strummer begin to feud
Clash
The loss of Headon, well-liked by the others, exposes the growing frictions within the band. Jones and Strummer begin to feud
Clash
After Combat Rock, The Clash begin to disintegrate, Topper Headon is asked to leave the band just prior to the release of the album, due to his heroin addiction, which was hurting his health and drumming
Clash
The Clashs original drummer, Terry Chimes, iis brought back for the next few months
Rio
Duran Durans 2nd album, "Rio", is released
New Gold Dream
Simple Minds release "New Gold Dream"
New Gold Dream
Simple Minds release "New Gold Dream"
Smiths
Founder Member of The Smiths
Smiths
Founder Member of The Smiths
Smiths
Founder Member of The Smiths
Smiths
Founder Member of The Smiths
Golden Brown
Composes and plays the distinctive keyboard part on Golden Brown, one of the band's biggest singles.
Thin Lizzy
Joins Thin Lizzy as guitarist, bringing a heavier metal edge to the final studio line-up.
Wham!
Founder Member of Wham!
Wham!
Founder Member of Wham!
Farewell Tour
The Who launch a publicised farewell tour before later reunions.
Farewell Tour
The Who launch a publicised farewell tour before later reunions.
It's Hard
The Who release It's Hard.
The Present
Produces The Present for the Moody Blues, extending his work with established British rock acts.
Farewell Tour
The Who launch a publicised farewell tour before later reunions.
Capital Gains Tax Indexation
Introduces indexation provisions for capital gains tax to reduce taxation of gains attributable purely to inflation.
National Insurance Surcharge Reduction
Reduces the employer National Insurance surcharge from 3.5 percent to 2 percent to lower employment costs for businesses.
Personal Allowance Increase
Raises income-tax personal allowances in real terms in the 1982 Budget after the previous year's freeze.
Petroleum Revenue Tax Increase
Raises the Petroleum Revenue Tax rate from 70 percent to 75 percent in the 1982 Budget.
Stamp Duty Threshold Increase
Raises the property stamp-duty threshold from ยฃ20,000 to ยฃ25,000 in the 1982 Budget.
Circumnavigation
Completes the circumnavigation of Greenland by dogsled & kayak
Budget Policy
The 1982 Budget under Geoffrey Howe sets out the Government's taxation, expenditure and borrowing plans.
Budget
Geoffrey Howe presents the 1982 Budget to the House of Commons as Chancellor of the Exchequer.
War Cabinet
Appointed Member of Falklands War Cabinet
Secretary
Appointed Trade Secretary
Under Secretary
Appointed Under Secretary at the Scottish Office
Britoil Sale
Britoil shares are sold during the government's privatization programme.
Privatization
Britoil is sold for ล549 million
Privatization
Announces British Telecom is to be privatized
Defence Budget
John Nott links defence planning and spending choices to the future cost of the Trident programme
Civil Aviation Act
Civil Aviation Act 1982 consolidates civil aviation law
Employment Act
Employment Act 1982 further restricts trade union immunities and liability rules
Oil and Gas Enterprise Act
Oil and Gas Enterprise Act 1982 changes state involvement in oil and gas enterprises
Governor
Appointed Governor of Hong Kong
The Future of Broadcasting Published
Hoggart and Janet Morgan published The Future of Broadcasting, examining the responsibilities of radio and television.
GLC
During 1982, Livingstone made new appointments to the GLC governance, with John McDonnell appointed key chair of finance and Valerie Wise chair of the new Womens Committee, while Sir Ashley Bramall became GLC chairman and Tony McBrearty was appointed chair of housing
GLC
During 1982, Livingstone made new appointments to the GLC governance, with John McDonnell appointed key chair of finance and Valerie Wise chair of the new Womens Committee, while Sir Ashley Bramall became GLC chairman and Tony McBrearty was appointed chair of housing
GLC
During 1982, Livingstone made new appointments to the GLC governance, with John McDonnell appointed key chair of finance and Valerie Wise chair of the new Womens Committee, while Sir Ashley Bramall became GLC chairman and Tony McBrearty was appointed chair of housing
GLC
During 1982, Livingstone made new appointments to the GLC governance, with John McDonnell appointed key chair of finance and Valerie Wise chair of the new Womens Committee, while Sir Ashley Bramall became GLC chairman and Tony McBrearty was appointed chair of housing
GLC
During 1982, Livingstone made new appointments to the GLC governance, with John McDonnell appointed key chair of finance and Valerie Wise chair of the new Womens Committee, while Sir Ashley Bramall became GLC chairman and Tony McBrearty was appointed chair of housing
Doctorate from Edinburgh
Brown receives a doctorate in history from the University of Edinburgh.
Doctoral Thesis
Brown completes research examining the Labour Party and political change in Scotland.
Falklands War
Condemns the Argentine invasion and supports action to recover the Falkland Islands.
Shadow Minister
Appointed Member of Shadow Cabinet with 142 Labour Party votes
Shadow Minister
Appointed Member of Shadow Cabinet with 131 Labour Party votes
Shadow Minister
Appointed Member of Shadow Cabinet with 129 Labour Party votes
Falklands War
Healey supports recovery of the Falkland Islands after Argentina's invasion.
Falkland Islands
Healey supports military action to recover the Falkland Islands after Argentina occupies them.
SDP-Liberal Alliance
Works with Liberal leader David Steel to build the SDP-Liberal Alliance.
OBE
Created a Commander of the Order of the British Empire
Universe Past and Present Reflections
Hoyle published a retrospective review of his cosmological ideas and astronomical research.
Salthouse Dredging Restores Basin Depth
The restoration programme removed accumulated silt to recover navigable water within the historic basin. The intervention adapted an old dock to later demands on port infrastructure.
MBE
Appointed an MBE
World Cup
Robson earns a place in the record books for 20 years thanks to a goal scored against France in Englands opening game of the 1982 World Cup, after just 27 seconds of the match.
FA Cup
Tottenham retain the FA Cup (Hoddle scores in both the Final and Final replay).
OBE
Awarded the OBE for services to Association Football
PFA
Keegan is voted the PFA Player of the Year
Transfer
A few days before the start of the 1982-83 season Keegan signs for Second Division Newcastle United for a fee of ล100,000
Footballer of the Year
FWA Footballer of the Year
European Cup
Ron Saunders is replaced by his softly-spoken assistant manager Tony Barton who guides them to 1-0 victory over Bayern Munich in the European Cup final in Rotterdam
Transfer
Joins Sampdoria. Joins Atalanta
European Cup Final Centre Back
Allan Evans helped organise Aston Villa's rearguard in the 1982 European Cup final and prevented Bayern Munich from scoring.
Nicholl Villa Era Under Saunders Ends
Nicholl's veteran defending represents the continuity between Saunders's League Cup successes and the team that later becomes European champion.
Dynamo Kyiv Quarter Final Header
Ken McNaught headed home from a Gordon Cowans corner to help Aston Villa eliminate Dynamo Kyiv on the way to the European Cup final.
Rotterdam Final Full Back Duty
Kenny Swain defended Aston Villa's flank in their European Cup final triumph over Bayern Munich, remaining composed under pressure.
Tottenham Hotspur Defeat Queens Park Rangers Under Burkinshaw
Tottenham Hotspur's final against Queens Park Rangers ends 1-0, completing Burkinshaw's successful campaign.
Hong Kong Rangers Appearance
Best plays briefly for Hong Kong Rangers as his football career continues through short appointments outside Britain.
European Cup Final Starting Forward
Gary Shaw started alongside Peter Withe in Aston Villa's European Cup final, stretching Bayern Munich's defence with his movement.
Canaries Return to First Division
John Deehan played a significant attacking role as Norwich City won promotion to the First Division in 1981-82 after a single season outside the top flight.
Final England Appearance Against Spain
Keegan comes on against Spain at the 1982 World Cup after struggling with injury, completing his last appearance for England as the team exits the tournament's second group phase.
Young Charlton Striker Breakthrough
Walsh makes his mark in the Charlton Athletic attack as a promising young forward before moving to higher-division football.
England Goalkeeper at Norwich
Chris Woods became Norwich City's first-choice goalkeeper during the 1980s, providing consistency and shot-stopping through the club's rise in English football.
Aberdeen Scottish Cup Victory
Aberdeen defeat Rangers in the Scottish Cup final under Ferguson, beginning a sustained sequence of domestic cup success for the club.
Manager
Robsons first game in charge sees immediate controversy, as he drops Kevin Keegan for the match against Denmark; this leads to Robson being spat on by Newcastle United supporters
Forest Rebuild After European Glory
Clough reshapes Nottingham Forest as the club adjusts to departures from its European Cup-winning team. The manager turns again to younger players and selective recruitment.
United Fourth Division Championship
Porterfield led Sheffield United out of the Fourth Division at the first attempt, winning the league title after the club's dramatic decline.
Saunders Leaves Villa Before European Glory
Saunders resigns as Aston Villa manager during the 1981โ82 season, months before the side he built wins the European Cup.
Takes Charge at St Andrews
Saunders took over as Birmingham City manager after leaving Aston Villa, crossing the city divide to begin a new spell in the dugout.
European Cup Final Midfield Work
Des Bremner helped protect Aston Villa's defence from central midfield during the club's greatest European victory.
Rotterdam European Final Passing
Gordon Cowans combined disciplined positioning with passing from midfield as Aston Villa defeated Bayern Munich to become European champions.
Midfield Leadership in League Title
Graeme Souness captained Liverpool to the 1981โ82 league championship while setting the tempo through robust tackling and controlled passing.
Waddle Plays Alongside Keegan at Newcastle
Chris Waddle develops his emerging attacking skills at Newcastle United alongside incoming star Kevin Keegan, forming part of a forward group that will help transform the club.
European Cup Winning Assist
Tony Morley supplied the low cross that Peter Withe converted as Aston Villa beat Bayern Munich in Rotterdam.
Operation Paraquet
The South Georgia force, Operation Paraquat, under command of Major Guy Sheridan, consists of Marines from 42 Commando, a troop of the Special Air Service (SAS) and Special Boat Service (SBS), reconnaissance forces for an invasion
Adviser
Appointed Prime Minister's Principal Adviser
Adviser
Appointed Prime Minister's principal adviser on the war
Chief Defence Staff
Appointed Chief of the Defence Staff
1981 Surface Fleet Cuts Context
The Falklands emergency tests the surface-fleet capabilities that Leach had defended against major reductions proposed in the 1981 defence review.
Amphibious Capability Vindication
The need to land forces on the islands vindicates Leach's earlier opposition to disposing of key amphibious ships such as Fearless and Intrepid.
Carrier Battle Group Command Structure
Supports a command arrangement in which Rear Admiral Sandy Woodward directs the carrier battle group at sea while Leach remains the Navy's professional head in Britain.
Expeditionary Force Conception
Is credited as the senior naval leader who conceived the expeditionary response capable of reversing the Argentine occupation.
Expeditionary Force Mobilization
As First Sea Lord, becomes a central figure in mobilizing the expeditionary force that sails to recover the Falklands.
Falklands Naval Leadership Legacy
The success of the South Atlantic expedition establishes Leach as one of the senior admirals most closely associated with the Royal Navy's Falklands victory.
Falklands Task Force
The force set in motion by the British response ultimately involves 127 ships: 43 Royal Navy vessels, 22 Royal Fleet Auxiliary ships, and 62 merchant ships.
Fieldhouse Coordination
Works at service-chief level with Commander-in-Chief Fleet Admiral John Fieldhouse, who becomes the overall Task Force Commander.
Hermes Pending Disposal
The task force depends on HMS Hermes even though the carrier had been expected to leave Royal Navy service under earlier defence plans.
Invincible Retention Impact
The successful use of carrier aviation in the Falklands helps secure the future of HMS Invincible, whose retention Leach had strongly supported.
Naval Aviation Cuts Context
The campaign demonstrates the importance of carrier aviation capabilities that Leach had resisted seeing reduced before the Falklands crisis.
Naval Staff War Leadership
Directs the Royal Navy at service-chief level throughout the Falklands campaign as First Sea Lord and Chief of the Naval Staff.
Operation Corporate Naval Commitment
Commits a very large share of available Royal Navy strength to Operation Corporate despite the distance, logistical demands, and threat from Argentine forces.
Postwar Naval Reduction Fight
After the islands are recovered, continues during the remainder of his First Sea Lord tenure to oppose renewed reductions in Royal Navy capability.
Senior Naval Command Team
Forms part of the senior naval leadership alongside Terence Lewin, John Fieldhouse, and Sandy Woodward during the campaign.
Task Force Composition
The expedition Leach helps set in motion ultimately involves 127 ships, including Royal Navy, Royal Fleet Auxiliary, and merchant vessels.
Whitehall Naval Direction
Serves in the senior Defence Staff structure in Whitehall while the fleet conducts Operation Corporate in the South Atlantic.
Adviser
Appointed Prime Minister's Principle Adviser
Chief Defence Staff
Appointed Chief of the Defence Staff
Chief Defence Staff
Appointed Chief of the Defence Staff
President of Guatemala
Appointed President of Guatemala
Minister of Urban Development and Housing
Appointed Cabinet Minister, Urban Development and Housing, Government of Maharashtra.
Siege of Basra
Iran lays siege to Basra, Iraqs only port
Remington Steele
Moves to Southern California and rose to popularity in the United States playing the title role in the NBC romantic detective series Remington Steele
Deputy Prime Minister
Appointedpty Prime Minister, serves under garret Fitzgerald
Prime Minister of Ireland
Appointed Prime Minister of Ireland, 2nd term
Prime Minister of Ireland
Appointed Prime Minister of Ireland, 3rd term
Party Leader
Appointed Party Leader of the Irish Labour Party
Amal
Hezbollah is formed with Iranian help as a radical offshoot of Amal, a Shiite Muslim movement
Hezbollah
Hezbollah is formed with Iranian help as a radical offshoot of Amal, a Shiite Muslim movement
Amal
Hezbollah is formed with Iranian help as a radical offshoot of Amal, a Shiite Muslim movement
Hezbollah
Hezbollah is formed with Iranian help as a radical offshoot of Amal, a Shiite Muslim movement
Medicis Foreign Prize
Eco's The Name of the Rose won the French Prix Medicis etranger.
Prime Minister of Italy
Appointed Prime Minister of Italy, 4th term
International Caps
Marks Diego Maradona and Zico in successive matches at the 1982 World Cup as Italy defeats Argentina and Brazil.
Catania Playing Career Move
Ranieri joins Catania and adds veteran defensive experience during the later years of his playing career.
International Caps
Organizes Italy's back line as a composed sweeper throughout the 1982 World Cup-winning campaign.
International Caps
Comes off the bench to score Italy's third goal against West Germany in the 1982 World Cup final.
International Caps
Scores six goals at the 1982 World Cup, including a hat-trick against Brazil and the opener in the final against West Germany.
Return to Juventus Attack
Returns to regular club football with Juventus and subsequently becomes an important member of its attacking line as the team pursues domestic and European honours.
Rossi Honoured for World Cup Golden Boot
Paolo Rossi wins the 1982 Ballon dโOr after scoring six goals during Italyโs World Cup-winning campaign, including a hat-trick against Brazil and the opening goal in the final.
International Caps
Captains Italy to the 1982 World Cup title at age forty and keeps goal in the 3-1 final victory over West Germany.
Twentieth Italian League Title
Captains and safeguards Juventus during the 1981-82 title season, which brings the club its twentieth Italian championship and a second shirt star.
Antognoni Drives Fiorentina Scudetto Challenge
Giancarlo Antognoni leads Fiorentina's midfield during a tense Serie A campaign in which Juventus claim the title by a single point.
International Caps
Scores Italy's second goal in the 1982 World Cup final and celebrates memorably as his team pulls away from West Germany.
Career Golden Lion
Awarded the Career Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival
Chairman
Appointed Chairman of the Council of Minister's
President of Kampuchea
Appointed President of the Coalition Government of Democratic Kampuchea
Economic Strain
Faces shortages and weaknesses in the centrally planned economy
Nobel Prize
Co-author of the 1968 nuclear non-proliferation peace Treaty
Prime Minister of Netherlands, The
Appointed Prime Minister of The Netherlands
Ajax League Title on Return
Helps Ajax win the 1981-82 Eredivisie championship following his return, proving that his vision and game management remain decisive in Dutch football.
Gullit Joins Feyenoord from Haarlem
Ruud Gullit becomes a Feyenoord player after arriving from Haarlem, adding athleticism, improvisation and aerial strength to an ambitious Rotterdam side.
Krol's Final Napoli Campaign
Ruud Krol completed a distinguished spell at Napoli in which his versatility and composure helped direct play from defence.
PLO Evacuation
The PLO evacuates Beirut after the Israeli siege and Abbas continues political work from exile
President of United Nations
Appointed President of the United Nations
President of United Nations
Appointed President of the United Nations
Death of Wladyslaw Gomulka
Death of Wladyslaw Gomulka
Martial Law
Martial Law is suspended
Second Group Stage Midfield Contribution
Buncol provided energetic supporting runs during Poland's 1982 World Cup campaign as the side advanced into the semifinals.
Third World Cup Appearance
Grzegorz Lato represents Poland at a third successive World Cup, adding experience to the squad that ultimately claims third place in Spain.
Spain World Cup Bronze Goalkeeper
Mลynarczyk protected the Polish goal during the 1982 World Cup, where the side beat France to secure third place.
Third Place Match Contribution
Majewski added defensive discipline from midfield as Poland defeated France 3-2 in the World Cup third-place playoff.
Foundations Edge
Publication of "Foundations Edge"
Death of Varlam Shalamov
Death of Varlam Shalamov
Deputy Minister
Appointed Deputy Minister of the gas industry
Presidium
Appointed Member of Presidium of the Central Committee
President of Russia
Appointed President of Russia, 1st term, acting
Inflation
Starobinsky develops an inflationary model from corrections to general relativity
First World Cup as Soviet First Choice
Dasayev establishes himself as the Soviet Union's primary goalkeeper at the 1982 World Cup, where the side reaches the second group stage.
Death of Vassili Chuikov
Death of Vassili Chuikov
Afghanistan Withdrawal Contacts
Informal diplomatic contacts explore possible terms for a future Soviet withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Succession
Succeeds as King of Saudi Arabia
Nubia Museum Campaign
UNESCO launches a follow-up campaign supporting creation of a Nubia Museum in Aswan.
Somali National Movement
The anti-Government Somali National Movement is formed
Prime Minister of Spain
Appointed Prime Minister of Spain
Prime Minister of Spain
Appointed Prime Minister of Spain
A Woman Called Golda
Offered the starring role in a television mini-series, A Woman Called Golda, about the late Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir. It was to be her final acting role and she was honored posthumously with a second Emmy Award for Best Actress
Emmy Award
Offered the starring role in a television mini-series, A Woman Called Golda, about the late Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir. It was to be her final acting role and she was honored posthumously with a second Emmy Award for Best Actress
Alva Myrdal Work
Prime Minister of Sweden
Appointed Prime Minister of Sweden, 2nd term
OSART Programme Begins
The IAEA begins its Operational Safety Review Team programme for peer review of nuclear power plant operational safety.
President of Switzerland
Appointed President of Switzerland
Reballion of Rebels in Hama
The Muslim Brotherhood launch a rebellion in Hama. Assad has leaders of the Muslim Brotherhood executed
Reballion of militant Islamic
Puts down a militant Islamic uprising with 5,000 dead
Reballion of Rebels in Hama
The Muslim Brotherhood launch a rebellion in Hama. Assad has leaders of the Muslim Brotherhood executed
Reballion of militant Islamic
Puts down a militant Islamic uprising with 5,000 dead
Election
Wins the Presidential election
President of Turkey
Appointed President of Turkey, 2nd term
Death Wish 2
Stars in, "Death Wish 2"
Cannes Film Festival
Stars in, "Missing", Best Actor Award (Cannes Film Festival)
Missing
Stars in, "Missing"
Academy Award
Winner of the Academy Award for Best Actress in Sophies Choice
Kansas City Film Critics Circle Award
Kansas City Film Critics Circle Award for Best Supporting Actor, Night Shift
The Verdict
Directs "The Verdict"
Come Back to the Five and Dime Film
Robert Altman directed Come Back to the Five and Dime in 1982, a screen adaptation of Ed Graczyks play featuring an all-female ensemble.
A Midsummer Nights Sex Comedy Film
In 1982, Woody Allen made A Midsummer Nights Sex Comedy, a period romantic comedy inspired by Ingmar Bergman.
Firefox
Directs and stars in Firefox, a Cold War aviation thriller.
Honkytonk Man
Directs and stars in Honkytonk Man, a Depression-era musical road drama.
Metallica
Ulrich convinces Metal Blades Brian Slagel to include the song "Hit the Lights" on the first Metal Massacre compilation
Nebraska
Releases "Nebraska"
Metallica
Ron McGovney leaves and Metallica asks Trauma bassist Cliff Burton to join. Burton agrees if the band relocate to his hometown in Castro Valley, with Burton the band record the Megaforce Demo
Metallica
Ulrich convinces Metal Blades Brian Slagel to include the song "Hit the Lights" on the first Metal Massacre compilation
The Blue Mask
Releases The Blue Mask, a critically praised album featuring guitarist Robert Quine.
Metallica
Ron McGovney leaves and Metallica asks Trauma bassist Cliff Burton to join. Burton agrees if the band relocate to his hometown in Castro Valley, with Burton the band record the Megaforce Demo
Solo Career
Begins major solo success after Eagles split, releasing I Can't Stand Still.
Planet Rock
Uses Kraftwerk material as a foundation for Planet Rock, spreading the group's influence in hip hop.
Governor
Appointed Governor of Virginia
Arms Control
Appointed Member of Presidents General Advisery Committee on Arms Control
Governor
Appointed Governor of New York
Establishes a US dominated multi-national force to assist Lebanon restore authority
Establishes a US dominated multi-national force to assist Lebanon restore authority
Special Envoy
Appointed President Reagans Special Envoy on the Law of the Sea Treaty
Badge Man
Labels this image Badge Man because the image shows what may appear to be a uniformed police officer wearing dark clothing and his police patrolmans metal badge. Gary Mack, the longtime curator and archivist for The 6th Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza (the former Texas School Book Depository) first claimed to discover the "Badge Man" image
Texas School Book Depository
Gary Mack, the longtime curator and archivist for The 6th Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza (the former Texas School Book Depository) first claimed to discover the "Badge Man" image
Election
Elected Governor of Arkansas
Education
Was a Democrat until 1982 when she changes her political affiliation to Republican Party after growing averse to former President Carters foreign policy
Presidential Pardon Request Review
Federal records from 1981 and 1982 document official consideration of Hunt's request for a presidential pardon following his Watergate conviction.
First Millisecond Pulsar
Leads the discovery of PSR B1937+21, the first known millisecond pulsar.
Inflation
Steinhardt develops inflationary scenarios that link early expansion to later cosmic structure
Fractional Quantum Hall Effect
With Horst Stormer, discovers fractional quantization in a two-dimensional electron gas.
University of Texas
Joins the University of Texas at Austin as Jack S. Josey-Welch Foundation Chair in Science and builds a prominent theory group.
Arrest of John De Lorean
De Lorean is arrested & charged with smuggling cocaine to raise money
Trial
Tried & convicted for drunk driving. Charged with conspiring to sell cocaine worth $24m to raise funds for his company. Accuses the Government of entrapment & is acquitted
Embargo
To avoid Iraqi defeat advises the US to reverse its arms policy embargo against Iraq
Siege of Basra
To avoid Iraqi defeat advises the US to reverse its arms policy embargo against Iraq
Leaves Politburo
Leaves the Politburo while remaining a senior national figure
Zambia Consolidated Copper Mines
The giant Zambia Consolidated Copper Mines Ltd (ZCCM) is created
Dismissal from Government
Mugabe dismisses Nkomo from the cabinet after alleging a coup conspiracy.
Fifth Brigade Operations
Nkomo condemns military operations against communities associated with ZAPU.
Fifth Brigade Deployment
Mugabe's government deploys the Fifth Brigade in Matabeleland and the Midlands.
Suppression of Armed Dissidents
Government forces conduct operations against armed dissidents and suspected ZAPU supporters.
Death of Rebecca West
West died in London after a long career as a novelist, critic and journalist.
November 1916
Solzhenitsyn published November 1916, a volume of the historical cycle The Red Wheel.
Essay on Political Responsibility
Bรถll continued publishing public reflections on war, conscience and citizenship.
Lectures on Kants Political Philosophy
Arendt's lectures on Kantian judgment were published posthumously.
Coal Industry Ballot
Arthur Scargill led the NUM during a period when proposed industrial action against coal closures failed to secure sufficient national ballot support.
NUM Challenges NCB
Arthur Scargill challenged the NCB over the future of uneconomic mines after becoming union president.
NUM New Presidency
Arthur Scargill became president of the National Union of Mineworkers and campaigned against pit closures.
Strike Ballot Defeat
NUM members rejected proposals for national strike action during an early confrontation over the coal industry.
Conservative Industrial Policy
Ridley remained associated with the Conservatives free market wing during arguments about nationalised industries.
British Steel Reorganisation
MacGregor oversaw restructuring programmes that altered production and employment across the nationalised steel business.