How would the Falklands War change if Argentina invaded in 1987 after Hermes and Invincible had been sold?
Short answerBritain would face a much thinner carrier and amphibious margin, making allied support or a combined British-American or British-Australian force far more likely.
NotesTwo Invincibles would not provide the margin that Hermes and three available decks gave the historical task force. Argentina could be stronger, while older British amphibious assets might already have left service. The likely alternatives are an Anglo-Australian force, a direct American contribution, or an American carrier group operating alongside Britain rather than a simple British reprise.