Veterans make 'emotionally challenging' return to Falkland Islands
Gary Plats said he hoped returning to the Falkland Islands would be like pulling a plaster off a woundThe Falklands War took place 40 years ago - but many of those who fought there are still living with the scars of the short 10-week conflict with Argentina. This week, some of the British veterans have returned for the first time to the islands to mark the anniversary and pay tribute to fallen friends.
He had hoped returning to the Falklands would be like pulling off a plaster to help heal a wound. He is pleased he has made the 8,000-mile journey.He says he doesn't suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder , but other veterans we meet are not ashamed to say they do. Some were just 17 years old when they fought in the war.
But nearly all of the people who live here remain fiercely British. The number of union flags on display makes it look like there is a permanent street party. Yet, despite suffering a humiliating military defeat in 1982, Argentina has not given up its claim to the islands.
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