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
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Signup to Generate a PitchA 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.
Recent episodes include "September 1944 Surrender Requests, Hope, Fear & Rumours" (7 October 2026, 44 minutes), "AUGUST 1944 PART 2! State of the islands, rising tension, things go from bad to worse!" (7 September 2026, 50 minutes), and "JULY 1944 - THE BLOCKADE TIGHTENS! RESISTANCE, DESPAIR, AND DANGER" (22 June 2026, 51 minutes).
Islands at War publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 57 minutes across 80 episodes.
Booking probability for Islands at War is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Islands at War requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Islands at War's contact route on record: verified email.
Islands at War is a history podcast with 80 episodes published.
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Islands at War
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Islands at War
As August 1944 unfolded, residents of the Channel Islands found themselves in a precarious situation, balancing between hope and despair as they awaited the Allies' arrival. This month’s episode of Islands at War dives...
Episode #77
The episode proceeds from the fourth anniversary of occupation and post–D-Day hope fading into an anxious wait, through tightening blockades, naval and air activity around the islands, shifting German behaviour, and the...
Episode #76
In a departure from the German Occupation Nick talks to Chris Oliver about the origins and war time experience during the First World War. We also talk about how that impacted the Island in the Second World War. Explore...
Islands at War
As June 1944 arrived, the Channel Islands found themselves at the centre of a pivotal moment in World War II. With D-Day marking a significant turning point in the war, the expectations of islanders soared, but the...
Islands at War
D-Day, June 6, 1944, was a monumental day in history, but the days leading up to it were equally significant. The month of June began with a palpable sense of change. The people of Guernsey and Jersey had been living...
Islands at War
As we delve into May 1944, the atmosphere in the Channel Islands is a paradox of hope and despair. Residents are caught in a web of anticipation, sensing that something monumental is on the horizon. In this post, we...
Episode #72
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...
Episode #71
Much to talk about! A banned song whistled in the streets. A secret conference at the Royal Hotel. Rumours of evacuation, invasion, and Rommel himself. March 1944 was a month of fear and quiet rebellion. Our latest...
Episode #70
Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss the events of February 1944 in the Channel Islands during World War II, exploring themes of optimism amidst ongoing conflict, the experiences of those in German camps, the...
Episode #69
Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss the sentiments surrounding the year 1944 in the Channel Islands, reflecting on the mix of optimism and despair among the local population. They explore various themes such as...
Episode #68
Summary This conversation explores the experiences of individuals and communities in the Channel Islands during World War II, focusing on personal stories, military operations, and the impact of the German occupation...
Episode #67
Summary This conversation delves into the experiences of the Channel Islands during World War II, focusing on personal stories of individuals like Zepernick and Hedwig Bercau, the impact of the occupation on daily life...
Episode #66
Nick spoke to Dave Hewitt a long term listener to the show, and a man who has spent 40 years exploring occupation history. Dave is based in the UK but Nick and he caught up on a recent visit to the Island. In this...
Episode #65
In this episode recorded on the 82nd Anniversary of two Commando raids on the Channel Islands. Including the only Commando raid on Jersey, Operation Hardtack 28, and the second Commando raid on Sark Operation Hardtack...
Episode #64
Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss the complexities of life in Guernsey during the German occupation in October 1943. They delve into the return of the German censor Kurt Goettman, the impact of German officials...
Episode #63
Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss the ongoing challenges faced by the islands during the occupation in September 1943. They explore themes of post-war planning, media censorship, social welfare issues, food...
Episode #62
In the midst of World War II, even small islands like Guernsey played a significant role in the larger narrative of conflict and culture. This blog post delves into a recent episode of "Islands at War," where hosts...
Episode #61
This conversation explores the experiences of the Channel Islands during the German occupation in World War II, focusing on the third anniversary of the occupation, the struggles faced by the local population, health...
Episode #60
Unfortunately Keith is currently unwell having succumbed to the latest bout of the flu that is doing the rounds. So instead of the scheduled July 1943 episode we have some interviews for you. Thank you to Katie Roger...
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