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logo 11/27/2024 9:30:57 PM     
When Britain and Iceland went to war over fish 
By Anna Ajayi UK Source: pulse 3/1/2024
Anna Ajayi
Credit: AtlasObscura		 Once upon a time, not in a land of fantasy but in the real world, two countries, Britain and Iceland, found themselves in quite an unusual conflict.
This series of disagreements, known as "The Cod Wars," was a serious dispute over fishing rights in the North Atlantic.
 

What sparked the Cod Wars?

The heart of the matter was simple: both Britain and Iceland wanted to catch cod, a type of fish very popular for its meat. Cod was not just any fish; it was essential for the people in both countries, either as a part of their meals or as a source of income.

 
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