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HMS Arrow's gunfire at Goose Green

The Battle of Goose Green shows how HMS Arrow, an inexpensive Amazon-class Type 21 frigate, delivered important supporting fire during the Falklands campaign.

Notes

The Battle of Goose Green may have helped turn public perceptions of the campaign after weeks dominated by losses and military buildup. It provided conspicuous good news after the landings. HMS Arrow, an inexpensive Amazon-class frigate of the Type 21, delivered naval gunfire during the battle. Arrow's contribution shows that useful shore bombardment does not require a battleship or cruiser. An available escort with a suitable gun can bring substantial mobile firepower to troops ashore.