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Argentine Military Conflicts, 1870-Present

During the latter part of the 19th century Argentina suffered from political instability and military coups. This instability continued into the 20th century. Argentina adopted a pre-Axis neutrality during World War II and finally entered the war on the Allied side in 1945. With a military coup in 1944 Colonel Juan Peron rose to power and implemented a popular dictatorship. The subsequent 30 years saw Peron and his wives come and go in power with the eventual coup in 1976 that led to a repressive military junta led by General Galteri. In 1982, Argentina occupied the Falkland Islands and was defeated by the British in the war that followed. The balance of its 20th century history is marked by economic difficulties and austerity measures.

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HANDGUNS

Argentina used a small number of Star selective fire pistols for its special forces. See Spain, Handguns, Star Model M.

Steyr Mannlicher Model 1905

A semi-automatic pistol chambered in 7.65mm Mannlicher. It has a six inch barrel. Made in Austria by Waffenfabrik Steyr. The first self loading pistol used by the Argentine military. Manufactured with the Argentine crest on the left side of the frame cover. The crest was ground off the pistols sold as surplus in the 1960s. Frequently found in excellent condition, these pistols saw little use.