Dan Snow's The Secrets of Hitler's Channel Island Fortress

The Channel Islands were the only British territories occupied by Nazi Germany during WWII. This documentary uncovers their unique wartime experience, from the transformation of Guernsey into a heavily fortified stronghold as part of Hitler’s Atlantic Wall to the secret British commando raids that enraged the Führer.

Through first-hand accounts, we hear from islanders who lived under occupation—some recalling fear and hardship, others viewing it as an adventure. We also explore hidden German bunkers, long-lost wartime relics, and an underwater quarry filled with abandoned military equipment.

Join us as we dive into the fascinating history of Hitler’s island fortress, revealing forgotten stories and lost artifacts that still shape these islands today.