Force 135 At Elizabeth Castle

It’s May 1945, and the friendly Force 135 have arrived at Elizabeth Castle, tasked with clearing the German mines, munitions, bunkers and booby traps and return the Island to civilian rule.

Friday, Saturday and Sunday

29-31 July

26-28 August

10am to 4pm

Come and learn about ‘the Other Military Occupation’ – did you know that at Liberation in May 1945 the Island was kept under military rule for a further 90 days?

This was of course a welcome Occupation by the friendly forces of Force 135, who were tasked with clearing the German mines, munitions, bunkers and booby traps and return the Island to civilian rule as soon as possible.

Come and see a part of this incredible story recreated by the living historians of Force 135 Living History Group at Elizabeth Castle.

PARTNER NETWORK WEBSITES

Condor Ferries
Jersey Heritage
Freedom Holidays
JERSEY HOSPITALITY ASSOCIATION
St Brelades College in Jersey

VIBRANT JERSEY GROUP

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