Channel Islands

:Alternative meaning: Channel Islands of California

History

Major articles: History of Jersey, History of Guernsey

Related Topics:
History of Jersey - History of Guernsey

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The Islands were annexed to the Duchy of Normandy in 933. In 1066 the Duke William the Conqueror invaded and conquered England, becoming the English monarch. Since 1204, the loss of the rest of the monarch's lands in mainland Normandy has meant that the Channel Islands have been governed as separate possessions of the Crown.

Related Topics:
Duchy of Normandy - 933 - 1066 - William the Conqueror - England - 1204 - The Crown

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The Bailiwicks have been administered separately from each other since the late 13th century, and although those unacquainted with the Islands often assume they form one political unit, common institutions are the exception rather than the rule. The two Bailiwicks have no common laws, no common elections, and no common representative body (although their politicians consult regularly). There is no common newspaper or radio station, but a common television station, Channel Television.

Related Topics:
13th century - Channel Television

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During the Second World War the Islands were the only British soil occupied by Germany.

Related Topics:
Second World War - Germany

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