German Occupation of Jersey

During World War II, Germany occupied the island of Jersey, a British territory, from 1940 to 1945. Nazi forces took control, imposing strict rules, curfews, and rationing. The local population experienced shortages of food and resources, and infrastructure was used for German military needs. Despite the occupation, many residents resisted in small ways, maintaining their culture and providing aid to those in need. The occupation ended in 1945 when Allied forces liberated the island. This period remains a significant and complex part of Jersey’s history, illustrating the impacts of wartime occupation on small communities.