Islands at War
A Podcast about the occupation of the Channel Islands by German forces 1940 to 1945. Focusing on personal experiences of those that lived through it using diaries and our own research. Social, practical and military aspects of the occupation of the Channel Islands.
Join Keith Pengelley and Nick Le Huray as they talk you through the occupation month by month. Oh and we drop our own family stories in as well.
We will talk you through the occupation as it happened.
Questions welcome at occupied@gnetradio.com
Podcasting since 2024 • 41 episodes
Islands at War
Latest Episodes
AUGUST 1942 - CRIME WAVE, JITTERY GERMANS, ARP & ESPIONAGE
This episode explores the various challenges faced by the people of Guernsey & Jersey during August 1942, including a rising crime wave, the role of the Red Cross, transportation changes, the thriving black market, and the impact of occupat...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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1:00:32
PODCAST JULY 1942 - MUSSOLINI, RADIOS, MONEY, PENSIONS PALAVA, HOSTAGES, RAMROD RAIDS AND MUCH MORE!
This episode of the Islands at War podcast delves into the complexities of life during the German occupation of Jersey in July 1942. Through the lens of Louis Guillemette's diary, we explore the impact of leaflet distribution, the th...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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57:36
June 1942: A Month of Turmoil
In this episode, the hosts delve into the events of June 1942 in Jersey and Guernsey during the German occupation. They discuss various topics including the challenges of movement between the islands, a mysterious cobbler's attempt to return to...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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56:36
SPECIAL - WILLIAM PENGELLEY
For this episode Keith provides a detailed account of William Henry Pengelly's life and naval career, highlighting his experiences from joining the Royal Navy in 1915 through both World Wars, his survival of significant naval battles, and the i...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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35:43
MAY 1942! CONSEQUENCES OF ESCAPE FROM JERSEY, INVASION PREPARATIONS, LAUGHING AT THE GERMANS AND MORE
This episode explores the challenges faced during the occupation of the Channel Islands in World War II, focusing on food supply issues, escape attempts, personal stories of individuals affected by the war, and the role of theatre as a form of ...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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56:03
