May 28, 1982 (dawn to noon)
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Title: The Battle for Goose Green (part 1)*
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2 PARA Assault vs. RI 12 (+) Defense*
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Location: Goose Green Isthmus *
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Commander, **
The Argentinean forces have established a garrison at Goose Green and the Argentinean Air force is also operating an air-strip there.*
High Command wants you to clear that area before we advance to Stanley; we do not want enemy forces operating in our rear areas while we advance against the Capital.**
Enemy forces in the area are mainly elements from the 12th Infantry Regiment.*
At least one enemy company is well dug-in on the Hills near Darwin. They have fortifications and mine fields.*
Your orders are to clear Darwin and Bocca Hill before we can advance to Goose Green.*
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You will be supported by one Royal Engineer Platoon from 59 Cdo.*
Artillery support will be provided by 8 Bty, 29 Cdo Reg Royal Artillery, and the frigate HMS “Arrow”.*
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Designer’s Note: Darwin and Bocca Hill are covered with smoke to represent early morning fog. The smoke will dissipate by turn 5 or 6.*
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Historical Background:**
Goose Green was the first major land-clash between the two opposing armies.**
Lt Col. H. Jones planned the attack with C/2 Para (Recon Company) leading the attack from the middle.*
A Company was at the left flank, advancing against Darwin Hill.*
B and D Companies attacked on the right flank against Bocca Hill.**
The advance started at dawn, but was slowed because of the muddy terrain. Because of this the Paras would have to fight during day light.**

