But the logistical challenges of supporting both brigades were considerable.Īs 2 Para had been assaulting Darwin and Goose Green, 3 Para had already begun their advance on foot from the bridgehead in San Carlos Water. The key heights could then be taken in a two-pronged assault. This would keep the Argentines confused as to the actual line of assault, and prevent them reinforcing their positions. He therefore adopted Thompson’s plan, and ordered the capture of the mountain line, but adapted it. 3 Commando Brigade would advance across the north of East Falkland, with 5th Infantry Brigade advancing in the south.
He was also aware that the Argentines were focusing on a southern front advance. Moore believed that a narrow front attack would expose his forces to enfilade fire from the unsubdued high ground. Eighteen were killed, more than 60 wounded, and a helicopter was lost attempting casualty evacuation. The British had won a significant victory, though not without cost. Negotiations with the Argentines produced their surrender the next day. By last light, the whole peninsular, less the Goose Green settlement, had been taken. But it took another day of fighting, with the Paras’ ability to advance limited by a lack of cover and Argentine artillery. The Paras moved down the isthmus, closing on Goose Green village. The assault continued with ferocious trench-to-trench fighting. Jones was later awarded the Victoria Cross (VC) for his bravery. He was killed attacking a slit trench along with the battalion adjutant, Captain David Wood, and others. Then, at 9.30am, Jones decided to lead the assault on Darwin Hill himself. The attack stalled at the base of Darwin Hill. But the silent phase did not last long as the Paratroopers bumped into the Argentine positions in unexpected places.Īt 3.14am, HMS ‘Arrow’s’ gun ceased fire with a fault.
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