Falkland Islands sourcebook

[avantman42]

I've been interested in the Falkland Islands for a long time, and I've been thinking about writing a sourcebook for them for ages. I never quite got around to it though, largely because it'd probably never get used

However, for no very good reason, I finally decided to write it. The files are too large to attach. I've put the PDF and .odt files into a collection on Scribd:

http://www.scribd.com/collections/3674762/Twilight-2000-Falkland-Islands-sourcebook

As I said, I'm not really expecting this to get any use, but I decided that it was an itch that I had to scratch. Feedback would be very welcome.

Edited to remove .mobi files

[Olefin]

First off let me say to you - very well done! I skimmed it quickly this morning but will read it more thoroughly later. I do like what I have seen so far.

As for no one using it - new sourcebooks are always welcome. And I dare say that someone on this board will use it one day, either for adventures there or for ones starting from there.

One suggestion - you probably want to put some kind of notice on there similar to what has been put on the Czech Army guide and the Mexican Army sourcebook as to copyright use so you dont get into any trouble with the people who still own the rights to Twilight 2000.

Not sure if there is standard boilerplate language that needs to be on there.

[kalos72]

I am not sure...I mujst be stupid but I cant open the attachements.

[avantman42]

The attached files are .mobi for a Kindle. They were the only ones small enough to attach to a forum post.

If you follow the scribd link you can get PDFs from there.

[avantman42]

One suggestion - you probably want to put some kind of notice on there similar to what has been put on the Czech Army guide and the Mexican Army sourcebook as to copyright use so you dont get into any trouble with the people who still own the rights to Twilight 2000.

Good idea, I'll add something. I'll also add a Creative Commons licence notice.

[avantman42]

Updates:

I've removed the .mobi files from the original post, since they just seemed to cause confusion. If anyone wants files for use on an e-reader, PM or e-mail me.

I've added a creative commons licence notice.

I've knocked up a website to host this and anything else that I write: https://rpg.phillipsuk.org/doku.php/t2k/start

Direct links to the sourcebook: 1st Edition version, 2nd Edition version.

Note that any updates will not be applied to the files on Scribd, just the versions on my website.

[boogiedowndonovan]

cool stuff, no RAF or RN

a non T2k question, why does the FIDF have Steyr vs standard British arms not happy with the performance of the L-85

[simonmark6]

This is what I have gleaned from the internet and I have no verification of sources.

The FIDF apparently purchased the weapons in 1987-88. The consensus is that the SA-80 was not available for purchase at that time as all production was going to front line units in Northern Ireland and Europe. It is possible, therefore, that the Steyr was purchased for ammo compatibility and maybe because it was a bull-pup.

This is, of course, highly speculative but sounds feasible to me.

[avantman42]

cool stuff, no RAF or RN

I figured they would be called back to Europe at some point during the war. That's why it's a TA battalion left on the islands - I imagined them being sent there so that a regular unit could come back to Europe.

a non T2k question, why does the FIDF have Steyr vs standard British arms not happy with the performance of the L-85

I've often wondered the same thing, but I've not found any answers. I don't know what they were using in 1982, either. If anyone knows, I'd be interested to find out.

[boogiedowndonovan]

This is what I have gleaned from the internet and I have no verification of sources.

The FIDF apparently purchased the weapons in 1987-88. The consensus is that the SA-80 was not available for purchase at that time as all production was going to front line units in Northern Ireland and Europe. It is possible, therefore, that the Steyr was purchased for ammo compatibility and maybe because it was a bull-pup.

This is, of course, highly speculative but sounds feasible to me.

I agree with your assesment, thanks!

[Twilight2000v3MM]

Pretty cool! GOnna look at it this weekend.

Ofcourse, since Im Argentinian and interested in the "Argies" side well see what cool things ya came up with!!

Max

[weswood]

Good work. Got me interested in the Falklands, did the Google earth thing, that would be some nasty ground to fight on.

[StainlessSteelCynic]

a non T2k question, why does the FIDF have Steyr vs standard British arms not happy with the performance of the L-85

I've often wondered the same thing, but I've not found any answers. I don't know what they were using in 1982, either. If anyone knows, I'd be interested to find out.

I vaguely recalled that the FIDF were using the L1A1 SLR and did a websearch to confirm it. According to the following article, they were equipped with the SLR but also, it's claimed, with .303 SMLEs.
The article is compiled by someone living there apparently (it's implied by the copyright notice at the bottom of the page).

http://falklandia.com/

Edit: As for the AUG vs. L85, I've heard that the FIDF wasn't happy with the teething problems the L85 had but I've also read the claim that the L85s were all going to frontline British Army units and so they would have to wait in line for their batch and they decided not to wait. It seems it's all but forgotten and now we're left with various stories but no clear facts

[StainlessSteelCynic]

And something else I found, the FIDF also use the light support weapon of the Steyr AUG family with a SUSAT mounted in place of the normal 1.5 power scope/carry handle.
The following image has two soldiers carrying the LSW version although whether it's for a sharpshooter role or as light support, I couldn't find out.

[RN7]

a non T2k question, why does the FIDF have Steyr vs standard British arms not happy with the performance of the L-85

I think it was for a number of reasons. From the late 1980's the Steyr became the rifle of choice to replace the FN-FAL and its major derivatives such as the SLR in many Western armies as it was not only a high quality rifle but was a bit space age looking at the time. I think British forces such as the SAS used it in a limited way, and the British government gave the Falkland Island Regiment funding to buy their own gear but failed to make sure the Falklands would buy the same gear as the rest of the British Army. So the Falklands Regiment bought some snazzy new kit including quad bikes I believe.