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The Kings Proclamation to the Channel Islanders was read by Brigadier A E Snow
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The Kings Proclamation to the Channel Islanders was read by Brigadier A E Snow
The Kings Proclamation to the Channel Islanders was read by Brigadier A E Snow, from the steps of Elizabeth College, Guernsey (used by the Germans as Administrative HQ). The people in the robes on the steps are the Island " Jurats" or members of the Council. Picture shows: The Islanders cheering their deliverance. May 1945
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Daily Mirror
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Guernsey
Media ID 21879462
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1945 Celebrating Channel Islands Cheering Guernsey Liberation Surrender Royal Proclamation St Peter Port
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In this powerful photograph captured in May 1945, we witness a moment of immense joy and relief for the people of Guernsey. The image depicts Brigadier A E Snow standing on the steps of Elizabeth College, which had been used as the Germans' Administrative HQ during their occupation of the Channel Islands. With great pride and emotion, he reads aloud "The King's Proclamation to the Channel Islanders" announcing their long-awaited liberation from enemy rule. Gathered around him are the Island Jurats, distinguished members of the Council dressed in robes, representing both authority and resilience. Their presence symbolizes not only a return to normalcy but also a celebration of freedom regained after enduring years under German control. The faces in this photo tell stories of hardship endured during World War II - tales etched with fear, uncertainty, and sacrifice. Now replaced by expressions filled with unbridled happiness and hope for a brighter future ahead. The Islanders cheer loudly as they embrace their newfound deliverance from oppression. This poignant snapshot serves as a reminder that even amidst darkness and despair, humanity has an unwavering spirit that can overcome any adversity. It encapsulates a defining moment in history when an entire community unitedly rejoiced at their liberation while looking forward to rebuilding what was lost during those tumultuous times.
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