What if an infrequent naval patrol of the islands uncovered the recently reestablished Argentine base on Thule Island?
The small patrol boat did not have the ability to do more than report their presence at which point a platoon or perhaps even company of infantry was transported by ship to the islands to deal with them.
The three helicopters were brought along to provide mobility and longer range scouting capability.
Once the Argentinians are dealt with, the entire force would be withdrawn (after ensuring there was nothing left for the Argentinians to rebuild).
That could explain why three operational Lynxes are present and there's a reference to a UK "Garrison".
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If it moves, shoot it, if not push it, if it still doesn't move, use explosives.
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