21/05/2026
Remembering San Carlos
In May 1982, Royal Marines and British forces landed at San Carlos Water under relentless Argentine air attacks. The sky was filled with low-flying aircraft as ships were bombarded and men scrambled to shore. Despite overwhelming odds, the courage and determination shown in those chaotic and deadly days laid the groundwork for the eventual liberation of the Falkland Islands.
A moving service was held in Portsmouth to mark the 43rd anniversary of the Battle of San Carlos, a defining and harrowing moment of the Falklands Conflict. Veterans, families, and supporters gathered to honour the bravery and sacrifice of those who faced the horrors of what became known as “Bomb Alley.”
The personal memories shared at last year’s service reminded us all of the human cost of war — young men, many just out of training, thrust into one of the most intense battles in recent British military history. Stories of camaraderie, fear, resilience, and loss echoed through the memorial in Portsmouth, a city deeply connected to our naval and Royal Marines history.
As we reflect, we continue to honour not only those who served but also those who never came home. Their legacy lives on in the peace that followed and in the gratitude of a nation that will never forget.
We Will Remember Them.
