1. Using the Falklands/Malvinas conflict case study, determine the objectives and associated centers of gravity for both major participants in the conflict. Include your analysis using Op Art concepts and terminology to support your argument. The answer should include:
   1. The relationship between Strategic guidance, the Desired End State, the operational objectives, and the military conditions for success.
   2. COG Selection: A consideration of the Critical Factors (both strengths and weaknesses) to support your operational COG selection for each side.
   3. COG Deconstruction: How each opposing side chose to attack/deal with the opponent's center of gravity as well as protect their own. This should include a discussion of Critical Capabilities, Critical Requirements, and Critical Vulnerabilities associated with the COGs.
2. Using the Falklands/Malvinas case study, analyze how the operational factors of time, space, and force, and the dynamics between them, impacted both major participants at the operational level in this conflict. In addition to a critical analysis of the operational factors, your answer should address:
   1. Theater geometry and its impacts on both belligerents.
   2. Your assessment of the three most important Operational Functions for each side, including how each attempted to employ functions to balance factors (ie. take advantage of opportunities or mitigate risks) and with what success.

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