Islands at War

APRIL 1944 - RAIDS, ESCAPES, DESPERATION AS D-DAY LOOMS


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 Summary

This episode provides a detailed look into the life and times during the occupation of the Channel Islands in April 1944, exploring food shortages, military activities, and the resilience of islanders. It features personal stories, historical insights, and reflections on the impact of war on everyday life.

 Key  topics

Food shortages and starvation in 1944
Military activities and RAF raids
Channel Islands' loyalty and patriotism
Escape stories of prisoners of war
Impact of occupation on social fabric

Find more about the episode here including pictures.

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You can find out more about the occupation on Nick’s website Island Fortress  here.

Thanks to Gnet Radio for recording the podcast and thanks to Jim Delbridge for the use of his song ‘5 to 7’ as our theme.


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