Exile in Guernsey

Exile in Guernsey refers to a historical period during World War II when the island of Guernsey was occupied by German forces from 1940 to 1945. During this time, the island’s residents experienced a loss of independence, and many faced hardships such as shortages and restrictions. Some residents fled or were evacuated, while others remained under occupation. The term "exile" can also reflect the feelings of separation and displacement experienced by those unable to leave or who were forced to endure occupation, shaping the island’s collective memory of resilience and loss during wartime.