About Falklands War Begins
Argentine forces invaded the Falkland Islands on 2 April 1982, triggering the Falklands War which lasted 74 days and resulted in Argentine defeat.
Use the live elapsed counter at the top of this page to see exactly how many days, hours, minutes and seconds have passed since 2 April 1982.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days since the Falklands War began?
The live counter on this page shows the exact number of days since the Falklands War began on 2 April 1982, updating every second.
How many years since the Falklands War began?
The live counter on this page shows the exact years and days since the Falklands War began in 1982. The years figure updates in real time.
How many weeks since the Falklands War began?
The live counter on this page shows the precise number of weeks elapsed since the Falklands War began on 2 April 1982.
What day of the week was the start of the Falklands War?
The start of the Falklands War was on a Friday, 2 April 1982.
When is the next anniversary of the start of the Falklands War?
The anniversary of the start of the Falklands War falls each year on 2 April. The stats box above shows exactly how many days until the next one.