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Islands at WarAUGUST 1943 - ESCAPE, CENSORSHIP, RAF RAIDS AND A BIZARRE LEGAL CASE!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 Keith Pengelley and Nick Le Huray explore the complexities of wartime censorship, the lives of local residents, and surprising events that unfolded in August 1943.**Wartime Censorship: The Curious Case of Sonderführer Kurt Goettmann** In August 1943, the departure of Sonderführer Kurt Goettmann marked a notable shift in the dynamics of censorship in Guernsey. Kurt Goettmann, a w...
2025-12-081h 27Islands at WarDECEMBER1942 - PART 1 BLACK MARKET, PROHIBITED ZONES, FORCED REGISTRATION FOR LABOUR, REGISTRATION OF GUESTS, RUMOURS OF GERMAN DEPARTUEIn this episode of Islands at War, hosts Keith Pengelley and Nick Le Huray delve into the complexities of life in Guernsey during the German occupation in December 1942. They discuss the establishment of prohibited zones, the registration of local labour for German work, and the pervasive rumours of German withdrawal. The conversation also touches on the economic challenges faced by the islanders, including supply shortages and the rise of the black market. As Christmas approaches, the hosts reflect on the struggles of families to celebrate amidst scarcity, and the ongoing efforts to control communication and information flow by the...
2025-07-281h 00Islands at WarSPECIAL - AUTHOR THERESA LE FLEM TALKS ABOUT HER LATEST BOOK 'FREEDOM ON THE MORNING TIDE'SummaryIn this conversation, Keith Pengelley talks to Theresa Le Flem about her novels set during and after World War II, focusing on the experiences of characters in Guernsey. They explore the themes of survival, love, and the impact of war on personal relationships. The discussion covers the setting, character development, and the historical context of the stories, as well as the research involved in writing them. Theresa shares insights into Freedom on the Morning Tide, and hints at future projects.The first novel is titled A Sea of Barbed Wire.The sequel is...
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Forward Guernsey : The PodcastEpisode 1: Tom Rylatt and Stuart JehanEpisode 1: Tom Rylatt and Stuart Jehan kick off our new Forward Guernsey podcast series
2025-05-1346 min
The Guernsey DeporteesBonus: Islands At War - An Occupation Podcast With a Twist**This is a bonus episode. If you've not tuned in before, I recommend you start at Episode 1**⚡ Island At War is a podcast dedicated to Guernsey’s occupation history. And the two men behind the show have chosen a fascinating way of telling the story - going month by month through the wartime years, making this an incredibly comprehensive listen. 💡 In this special bonus episode of the podcast we meet Keith Pengelley and Nick Le Huray, who’ve dedicated an incredible amount of time to uncovering what happened to islanders during World War 2. Hear some of the stories...
2025-04-1812 minIslands at WarSPECIAL - WILLIAM PENGELLEYFor this episode Keith provides a detailed account of William Henry Pengelly's life and naval career, highlighting his experiences from joining the Royal Navy in 1915 through both World Wars, his survival of significant naval battles, and the impact of his service on his family. The narrative is enriched with personal anecdotes and reflections, showcasing the legacy of a dedicated sailor and the historical context of his time.Send us a textFollow us on Twitter here or Facebook here.If you want to email in a question send it to...
2025-03-3135 min
Guernsey Press Arts PodcastInside the Islands at War podcast and Guernsey Arts’ 2025 plansOn this month’s show, Simon De La Rue and Shaun Shackleton hear all about the Islands at War podcast from the two men behind it, Keith Pengelley and Nick Le Huray, and speak to Russ Fossey and Louise Le Pelley from Guernsey Arts about its plans for 2025 and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-0656 min
3 Men In A ShedGNet Radio presents 3 Men In A Shed - Show 2The musical musings of three old men - Keith Pengelley, Simon Charlwood and Martin Tolcher. In this show, we discuss short songs by The Grateful Dead, the solo LPs of Nico and "guilty pleasures".Let us have your thoughts: shed@gnetradio.com.Accompanying playlist available on Spotify: GNetRadio.com 3 Men In A Shed Show 2. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3MKsUzVjrPEpCyR66MpDz2?si=xpK3pz9PRly1ZEsTBE_Q4Q&utm_source=native-share-menu
2024-07-2558 min
3 Men In A ShedGNet Radio presents 3 Men In A Shed - Show 1The musical musings of three old men - Simon Charlwood, Keith Pengelley and Martin Tolcher. Let us have your thoughts: shed@gnetradio.comShow companion playlists also also available on Spotify: GNetRadio.com 3 Men In A Shed.
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