Mullet Creek facts for kids
Mullet Creek is a small river located in East Falkland. It's not a very big river, but it became famous because of its role in the Falklands War. This war happened in 1982.
On April 2, 1982, a group of special forces from Argentina landed at Mullet Creek. They were led by Guillermo Sanchez-Sabarots. Their goal was to move towards Stanley, the capital of the Falkland Islands. By 8:30 AM, the fighting was over. The Governor of the Falkland Islands ordered the small group of ten British Royal Marines to surrender. After this, the Royal Marines, the Governor, and others who wanted to leave were sent back to Britain.
Mullet Creek and the Falklands War
Mullet Creek played a key part in the start of the Falklands War. This conflict was between Argentina and the United Kingdom. It happened in 1982 over who owned the Falkland Islands.
The Invasion Begins
The Argentine operation was secretly named Azul, which means "blue." It started late in the evening on Thursday, April 1, 1982. An Argentine warship, the destroyer ARA Santisima Trinidad, stopped about 500 meters away from Mullet Creek.
From the ship, 21 small Gemini assault craft were lowered into the water. These boats carried 84 special forces soldiers. They were part of the 1st Amphibious Commandos Group, led by Lieutenant-Commander Guillermo Sanchez-Sabarots. A smaller group, led by Lieutenant-Commander Pedro Giachino, also came ashore. Their special mission was to capture Government House in Stanley.
What Happened Next
Before the landing, Argentine Rear Admiral Jorge Allara had asked Rex Hunt, who was the Governor, to surrender peacefully. However, this offer was turned down. The Argentine forces then continued with their plan to take control of the islands, starting at Mullet Creek.
See also
In Spanish: Arroyo Mullet para niños
