Folks, I have to ask a question. Why does Argentina claim the Falklands? They were discovered and first inhabited by the English and the English had them for so long and Argentina for so short a time and never used them. It seems to me as if the Argentinian claim to the Falklands is as if the US had some dysfunctional heartfelt claim to Cuba. Please educate me as to your side of the argument.
Oh come on Nick Gitmo is a base, a small plot of land, the US had by treaty with the past governments of Cuba. And we had that for 80 years before the current government came into power. So we've been there for 50 years with the current government wanting us gone. But let's take your point of view, fine let's call the US base at Gitmo unwarranted, what does that say about the Argentinian claim to the Falklands? The simple fact is the English had them first and the longest.
I have just finished reading Martin Middlebrooks book which contains his interviews with some Argentines who fought the war. This very good book moved me to search further more about some of the stories, and this is how I came across this video. I was only 12when Argentina recovered these Islands, and the feelings and memories of those days are still fresh in my heart and mind. I want to thank Alan and all those who fought and risked their lives, especially to those who die. You are true heroes
I met a few Argentine vets with my uncle who was in 3 Para during Airborne Forces day in Aldershot. They were good lads and despite the diffeneces in nationality they had a lot in common with the english vets in terms of culture , namely football beer etc, i found them to be very down to earth a nice people
Glad you liked it. Ref your comments about finding a slot on TV, I would love to! But having worked in the business for 14 years and having spent a year trying to get some money to make a proper doco, the only interest I had was from ITN who flew Alan out to do some news items for the 25th anniversary. I borrowed a camera off a mate, paid for the air fare and went with him.
Excelente trabajo. Pulgares arriba. THUMBS UP!! Bienvenido NICK a Argentina. Tenemos mucho que respetar de los Ingleses, en muchos aspectos, no lo duden. Lo que nunca vamos a aceptar, ni los argentinos ni , les aseguro, muchos otros paises y gentes del mundo, es su impetu imperialista y colonialista. Nosotros creemos y estamos seguros que las Islas Malvinas son nuestras, son Argentinas. Con Kelpers o sin Kelpers, reclamamos la soberania que se nos arrebató. Gracias.
No queria meterme en el tema politica por todo el polemica que genera, pero claro que tienes razon. Queria `presentar con Alan la historia personal que, espero, todo se puede entender.
You are welcome. Very interesting story. Es una historia muy peculiar la de Alan. Diste en la tecla al encontrarla y plasmarla en el documental, es una historia emocionante en un ambiente tan extremo como la guerra. Si tenés contacto con Alan, decile que estamos muy orgullosos de él. Gracias. Marcelo.
excellent film and a very personal view of war. I was honoured to be able to take part in Falklands 25 in 2007 and wish all veterans from both sides long happy and peaceful lives.
i liked it very much.. it's different from all the malvinas/falklands documentaries around on the internet or tv... i hope you finally manage to make the film that you want so much... i'd be glad to see it..
im an ex british soldier, i didnt go to the falklands war, i was just a child at school. the war inspired me to have a military career though. i think if this guy felt that argentinian that he wanted to fight on that side, then thats just honourable for him. if he had refused to fight he never would or could have forgiven himself.
Im from argentina and im really glad people are still interested in trying to understand the two sides of the same conflict, i think its the only way to really learn from what happened. I realy enjoyed the video, congratulations and keep up the good work.
Its nice to see from a point of veiw from someone who is not a nasinalistic prick!!!!!
madjaime2007 1 year ago
Folks, I have to ask a question. Why does Argentina claim the Falklands? They were discovered and first inhabited by the English and the English had them for so long and Argentina for so short a time and never used them. It seems to me as if the Argentinian claim to the Falklands is as if the US had some dysfunctional heartfelt claim to Cuba. Please educate me as to your side of the argument.
TalksWithDirt 2 years ago
If you're interested, this is a good forum with views from all three sides (British, Argentine and islander).
ref your comment on the USA and Cuba... I take it you've heard of guantanomo Bay?
regards, Nick
evansnp 2 years ago
Oh come on Nick Gitmo is a base, a small plot of land, the US had by treaty with the past governments of Cuba. And we had that for 80 years before the current government came into power. So we've been there for 50 years with the current government wanting us gone. But let's take your point of view, fine let's call the US base at Gitmo unwarranted, what does that say about the Argentinian claim to the Falklands? The simple fact is the English had them first and the longest.
TalksWithDirt 2 years ago
I have just finished reading Martin Middlebrooks book which contains his interviews with some Argentines who fought the war. This very good book moved me to search further more about some of the stories, and this is how I came across this video. I was only 12when Argentina recovered these Islands, and the feelings and memories of those days are still fresh in my heart and mind. I want to thank Alan and all those who fought and risked their lives, especially to those who die. You are true heroes
MeRioDeLaPlata 2 years ago
I met a few Argentine vets with my uncle who was in 3 Para during Airborne Forces day in Aldershot. They were good lads and despite the diffeneces in nationality they had a lot in common with the english vets in terms of culture , namely football beer etc, i found them to be very down to earth a nice people
theblackmafia71 2 years ago 3
Glad you liked it. Ref your comments about finding a slot on TV, I would love to! But having worked in the business for 14 years and having spent a year trying to get some money to make a proper doco, the only interest I had was from ITN who flew Alan out to do some news items for the 25th anniversary. I borrowed a camera off a mate, paid for the air fare and went with him.
evansnp 2 years ago
Excelente trabajo. Pulgares arriba. THUMBS UP!! Bienvenido NICK a Argentina. Tenemos mucho que respetar de los Ingleses, en muchos aspectos, no lo duden. Lo que nunca vamos a aceptar, ni los argentinos ni , les aseguro, muchos otros paises y gentes del mundo, es su impetu imperialista y colonialista. Nosotros creemos y estamos seguros que las Islas Malvinas son nuestras, son Argentinas. Con Kelpers o sin Kelpers, reclamamos la soberania que se nos arrebató. Gracias.
admsitio 2 years ago 3
Muchas gracias admsitio,
No queria meterme en el tema politica por todo el polemica que genera, pero claro que tienes razon. Queria `presentar con Alan la historia personal que, espero, todo se puede entender.
evansnp 2 years ago
You are welcome. Very interesting story. Es una historia muy peculiar la de Alan. Diste en la tecla al encontrarla y plasmarla en el documental, es una historia emocionante en un ambiente tan extremo como la guerra. Si tenés contacto con Alan, decile que estamos muy orgullosos de él. Gracias. Marcelo.
admsitio 2 years ago 5
Excellent documentary.
mezzer99 3 years ago
excellent film and a very personal view of war. I was honoured to be able to take part in Falklands 25 in 2007 and wish all veterans from both sides long happy and peaceful lives.
antilley 3 years ago 4
He seems like a fine man, and the focus is on the human element instead of the usual political one. Respect to all the Veterans of both sides.
Nomad110371 3 years ago 5
Very interesting. Focused on the fate (not a very typical one) of an individual. I also wish you good luck with the other film.
OlenkaWagner 3 years ago
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bobgladstone 3 years ago 5
i liked it very much.. it's different from all the malvinas/falklands documentaries around on the internet or tv... i hope you finally manage to make the film that you want so much... i'd be glad to see it..
cheers from buenos aires
mastropiero22 3 years ago 4
we where always confidant we would arrive and take back the islands but all the respect the argentine vets
brendancoul 3 years ago 3
best book iv ever read
dazpriceman 3 years ago 2
im an ex british soldier, i didnt go to the falklands war, i was just a child at school. the war inspired me to have a military career though. i think if this guy felt that argentinian that he wanted to fight on that side, then thats just honourable for him. if he had refused to fight he never would or could have forgiven himself.
largeblerk 3 years ago 3
Im from argentina and im really glad people are still interested in trying to understand the two sides of the same conflict, i think its the only way to really learn from what happened. I realy enjoyed the video, congratulations and keep up the good work.
Saludos desde Argentina.
ukulele87 3 years ago 4
I am glad he survived and has been able to find happiness. Very sad for all those who did not.
flashgrim 3 years ago 4
a very sad war
cridem07 3 years ago
An intriguing vignette on a memory of Falklands / Malvinas war. Well told without sentimentality or bias.
sjgmale 3 years ago 2