Events that happened in Guerney.

By kfromero10

  • Flying Boat

    Guernsey hosted an anti-submarine French flying boat squadron. This happened sometime in August of 1917.

  • Guernsey's start

    Guerney is part of the Channel Islands. The Channel Islands were free from militarism, and they were abandoned to their enemy by the British Government.

  • First Air Attack

    Guernsey experienced its first air attack. It killed 33 islanders and injured more than 67.

  • German Troops Arrive

    German troops arrived at the Guernsey airport. The German flag was raised that afternoon.

  • Starrrrrvvvvvvvvv

    The Island is threatened by starvation. This happens sometime in the year of 1944.

  • And They Are Free!

    Guernsey was freed.

  • Time to Start All Over Again

    The Islanders rebuild their lives. The evacuees return to the Island. This takes place after 1945.

  • Island is recovered.

    This happens during the 1960s. The Island recovers: Tourism was back to being important again, Horticulture industry was growing, and 500 million tomatoes were being exported annually.

  • Struggles

    Restrictions were introduced to make it harder/more expensive for people to move in to Guernsey. There was a fear of massive population increase. This happens during the 1970s.

  • Growth in Finance Industry

    During the 1970s-1980s, the Island begins to grow in the finance industry.