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PODCAST – SPECIAL EPISODE – INTERVIEWS WITH SOME WHO WERE CHILDREN DURING THE OCCUPATION, AN EVACUEE EXPERIENCE AND MORE.

Unfortunately Keith is currently unwell having succumbed to the latest bout of the flu that is doing the rounds.  So instead of the scheduled July 1943 episode we have some interviews for you.  Thank you to Katie Roger for voicing one of the stories which was received as an email. 

In this episode of Islands at War, host Nick Le Huray shares personal stories from individuals who experienced evacuation during World War II, focusing on the unique narratives of Mary Jay, Johnny Thomas Boalch, and Val Le Feurve. The episode highlights the chaos and emotional turmoil of wartime decisions, the kindness shown by individuals during the occupation, and the varying experiences of evacuees. Additionally, the episode discusses upcoming community events related to the history of the Channel Islands, encouraging listener engagement and participation.

  • The episode features personal stories from evacuees during World War II.
  • Mary Jay’s unique evacuation experience highlights the chaos of wartime decisions.
  • John Thomas Boalch shares his memories of kindness from a German soldier during the occupation.
  • Val Le Feuvre recounts her husband’s challenging experiences as an evacuee in Glasgow.
  • The podcast emphasizes the importance of community and shared history in understanding wartime experiences.
  • The stories reflect a mix of adventure and hardship faced by evacuees.
  • The impact of the war on families and communities is a central theme.

Future episodes will continue to explore the history of the Channel Islands during the war so don’t worry July 1943 is coming soon!

Also details of some upcoming events.

You can find the episode here or by clicking our rss feed here.

PODCAST SPECIAL – NICK TALKS TO ANDY CREBER, GRANDSON OF GERMAN MEDIC WERNER RANG

I had the great pleasure of talking to Andy Creber about his Grandfather Werner Rang. A well known Sark resident post war.

This conversation delves into the remarkable life of Werner Rang, a German medical orderly conscripted during World War II, who served in the Channel Islands.

His story is shared by his grandson, Andy, who recounts Werner’s experiences from his idyllic childhood in Germany, through his conscription and medical duties during the occupation, to his post-war life in Sark.

The discussion highlights the complexities of identity, duty, and personal connections formed during and after the war, as well as the importance of preserving family history through photographs and letters.

Takeaways

  • Werner Rang was a German medical orderly conscripted during WWII.
  • He served in the Channel Islands during the German occupation.
  • Werner was awarded the British Empire Medal for his service as a paramedic.
  • He met his wife, Phyllis, while serving in Sark. Their relationship blossomed through letters during the war.
  • Werner was a POW after the war but continued to provide medical care.
  • He became a respected member of the Sark community post-war. Werner’s story reflects the complexities of wartime identity.
  • Family photographs and letters are vital for preserving history. The conversation emphasises the importance of sharing personal stories.
LOVE AND WAR ON SARK – PHYLLIS & WERNER

Listen below or on your favourite podcast app.

This special also has a video available here.

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