Invaders of the Isles 1
Nick Crane looks at how Guernsey fared during World War II and, previously, the Napoleonic Wars. Ruth Goodman reveals how the Isle of Man came to host the infamous TT road race.
Nick Crane looks at the remarkable history of Guernsey. He explores a German bunker that has been sealed since the end of the Second World War and also hears very different stories of the Nazi occupation from two survivors.
Nick then examines how the islanders of Guernsey had previously turned the threat of invasion into a money-making opportunity during the Napoleonic Wars.
Ruth Goodman reports on the Isle of Man TT, revealing how the small island came to host the most dangerous road race on earth.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Nick Crane |
| Presenter | Ruth Goodman |
Broadcasts
- Wed 4 Jan 201713:55
- Wed 30 May 201812:00
- Wed 17 Oct 201813:10
- Sun 31 Mar 201915:25
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