Channel Islands' Military Heritage

The Channel Islands have a rich military heritage, with Jersey and Guernsey being the largest inhabited islands. They were conquered by the Normans in the ninth century and became an important strategic stronghold. Defences were strengthened during the Napoleonic Wars and occupied by German forces in the Second World War. This book is for anyone interested in learning more about the islands' military history.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 15 June 2024
Publisher: Amberley Publishing

The Channel Islands, self-governing British Crown dependencies located off the coast of Normandy in France, possess a captivating military heritage. Comprising the largest islands of Jersey and Guernsey, along with other inhabited islands such as Alderney, Sark, and Herm, these territories have been the site of numerous invasions throughout history. In the ninth century, the islands fell under Norman control, despite King John losing his mainland Normandy possessions. However, they remained strategically significant, with robust fortifications and the support of local militias. During the threat of Napoleon's invasion of Britain, the defenses were further strengthened, but they were later occupied by German forces during World War II, becoming part of their Atlantic Wall defences. This book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to delve deeper into the remarkable military history of the Channel Islands.

Weight: 308g
Dimension: 232 x 164 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398112834