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United States weapons support during the Falklands War

American access to weapons stocks and the latest Sidewinder variants helped supply Britain during the Falklands campaign.

AIM-9 Sidewinder Anglo American Relations Falklands War Military Logistics

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Question

Did the United States help Britain during the Falklands War?

Short answer

Yes; it provided weapons and moved quickly to supply Britain with needed stocks, including modern Sidewinder missiles.

Notes

Britain obtained Sidewinder missiles and other weapons from the United States. American authorities moved quickly to supply the stocks Britain needed. Access included the latest variants of those weapon systems.