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The Journal of Military and Veterans’ Health is the official journal of the Australasian Military Medicine Association www.amma.asn.au. It is a peer reviewed scientific journal dedicated to supporting the publication of research and information on military medicine and veterans’ health, recognising that the impact of military service translates into health effects on military personnel long after they retire. It provides and promotes information for those health professionals who are working in, researching or have an interest in the unique facets of medicine and health of military personnel and veterans.
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Thursday May 21, 2026
Thursday May 21, 2026
"Logistics in The Falklands War" is a book review by Captain Arthur M Smith. This article explores the vital role of logistics during the 1982 Falklands War, using the British campaign as a primary case study for modern military planning. The author highlights how the United Kingdom overcame an 8,000-mile supply chain by utilizing civilian vessels and improvised medical facilities despite severe Argentine air attacks. Special attention is given to the medical challenges faced in the South Atlantic, including the rapid conversion of cruise ships into hospital platforms. Ultimately, the text argues that future amphibious operations must prioritize flexible, pragmatic logistics to succeed in contested environments. The source suggests that current defense forces should study these historical precedents to better prepare for the complexities of long-range expeditionary warfare.
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