Falkland Islands liberated 30 years ago, today

[Nibble]

not quite accurate but not far off nibble in fact more of the returning solders have died either at their own hand or on the streets or from drink or drugs than died in the conflict its self, but that is due really to not understanding PTSD and how to treat it at the time i hope things are better now

Thanks. Yes, played a role recently of an Iraq war veteran with alcohol problems and PTSD. Research for that was very insightful. Anyway, for another thread. God bless.

 

[Barrel of Fun]

I guess it is a case for lawyers now as to whether sufficient provision was made for returning forces to deal with PTSD.

Interesting little story about one veteran... Darren's story - Combat Stress

RIP to the fallen of the Falklands

 

[Curious Orange]

Most of the residents of Hong Kong didn't want to become part of China, but when it happened the world didn't end.

Hong Kong was returned to China under the terms of its lease, as you should well know.

 

[goldstone]

wind your neck in Goldstone, i started this thread as i wanted to let everyone know that it was 30 years ago (yesterday) that the Falklands were liberated. i was there and at the time i felt it was necessary (IMHO). i cannot believe your drivel. RIP lads.

Neck wound in.

I respect what our troops do for our country, but I believe the Falklands conflict is a perfect example of the pointlessness of war.

No more from me on this thread and I apologise if I have offended anyone. Not intended.

 

[Falkor]

not quite accurate but not far off nibble in fact more of the returning solders have died either at their own hand or on the streets or from drink or drugs than died in the conflict its self, but that is due really to not understanding PTSD and how to treat it at the time. I hope things are better now

I have not served but I do suffer from PTSD and the services are very good I feel.

 

[Southern Scouse]

Thinking of all my mates on the Shiny Sheff.
God bless, and the rest who I may or may not have served with and deserved better.

 

[Hampden Park]

Neck wound in.

I respect what our troops do for our country, but I believe the Falklands conflict is a perfect example of the pointlessness of war.

No more from me on this thread and I apologise if I have offended anyone. Not intended.

apology accepted and thank you.

 

[Muhammed - I’m hard - Bruce Lee]

not quite accurate but not far off nibble in fact more of the returning solders have died either at their own hand or on the streets or from drink or drugs than died in the conflict its self, but that is due really to not understanding PTSD and how to treat it at the time. I hope things are better now

i think a lot of the problems with servicemen leaving the forces, is that they cant cope with civilian life. when i left, i was like a fish out of water and didnt know what to do with myself. the rehabilitation in the 80's was nigh on non existent.
ive heard it's a lot better now...when i left, i was a total nutjob for about 3-4 years

 

[ifuhatepalacestandup]

i think a lot of the problems with servicemen leaving the forces, is that they cant cope with civilian life. when i left, i was like a fish out of water and didnt know what to do with myself. the rehabilitation in the 80's was nigh on non existent.
ive heard it's a lot better now...when i left, i was a total nutjob for about 3-4 years

been there still got the t shirt mate

 

[stickboy]

Wanted to visted the Faklands,does anyone know if they have hotels there?

 

[inland seagull]

Wanted to visted the Faklands,does anyone know if they have hotels there?

there's no footy!

 

[stickboy]

there's no footy!

That would be the last thing on my mind.

 

[Muhammed - I’m hard - Bruce Lee]

been there still got the t shirt mate

 

[User removed 4]

slightly off topic, but just found out that the grenadier killed on wednesday was the son of a bloke i served with

 

[Gullzone]

We're all proud of what you and others did, matey.

Totally agree - the whole country was and still is

 

[Big Jim]

I think the current grief is all down to the UK looking for oil in the area. So as usual, it's all about fuel.

I think the way to solve world conflict is to produce green fuels.

 

[ifuhatepalacestandup]

Wanted to visted the Faklands,does anyone know if they have hotels there?

yes



Falkland Islands: Stay in the Falkland Islands

 

[smudge]

I think the current grief is all down to the UK looking for oil in the area. So as usual, it's all about fuel.

I think the way to solve world conflict is to produce green fuels.

Unbelievable.

 

[stickboy]

yes



Falkland Islands: Stay in the Falkland Islands

Thank you. I'll have a good read later and see about flights.

 

[spig100963]

If you see two v drunk men staggering around the station/Laine area today, ignore. Its my mate Mick and myself having our own F.I. thirty year piss up. Mick, at seventeen and three quarters, was the youngest serving Marine in the conflict. Have not seen each other for ten years. Last time managed to get thrown out of nearly everywhere. Hopefully we have grown up now. Any ex out there fancying a pint are more than welcome. Pm before 12, Otherwise will be to late.