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Originally Posted by Chrysalis

Ok there is the RAF base which I already read, but how many planes?
How many troops?
Anti aircraft defenses?

A navy becomes important if we lose the island and need to reinvade.

This is all it says?

In addition, there are regular naval deployments to the region and temporary deployments for routine exercises. The exact force levels are kept under constant review and are structured and maintained at a level consistent with this policy.

http://www.mod.uk/DefenceInternet/De...landsbfsai.htm

Location: Falkland Islands South Atlantic
Postcode: BFPO 655
Station overview
The most recent purpose-built airfield in the RAF, Mount Pleasant was opened in 1984 to establish a fighter and transport presence in the Islands following the Falklands War. Currently based at Mount Pleasant are No 1435 Flight with 4 Tornado F3s, No 1312 Flight, with a single VC10 tanker and 1 Hercules C1, as well as No 78 Squadron with Chinook and Sea King helicopters. Ground units include No 7, 303 and 751 Signals Units and a Rapier detachment from the RAF Regiment.

http://www.raf.mod.uk/organisation/s...ation=Overseas