Story of an island

A unique blend of English and French influences, the fascinating island of Jersey is a delight for history buffs

NATASHA FOGES

Tucked into the Bay of Saint-Malo, the Channel Islands may sit tête-à-tête with the coast of France, but these magical islands are resolutely British. The archipelago became part of the Anglo-Norman realm when William the Conqueror became King of England in 1066, and in 1204, when King John lost Normandy to France, the islanders chose to remain loyal to the English Crown, and were granted the right to self-govern in return. You can explore this unique heritage on a trip to Jersey, the largest of the islands. A miniature country, it has its own government, its own mint – this is the only place in the British Isles where you’ll still be given pound notes in your change – and its own flag. Though English is the official language, Jersey’s…

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