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History
Jersey possesses a fascinating and complex history stretching back over a thousand years. Its very landscape - Norman style farmhouses, narrow winding lanes, small fields and French street names.
From the parapets of Mont Orgueil Castle to the gentle sweep of the bay beyond, it's hard to imagine a more peaceful and tranquil island. Yet Jersey's landscape and the character of its people are forged by centuries of battles, exploration, struggle and reinvention - leaving behind a unique legacy of history, culture and heritage.
Battle of Flowers

The Battle began as a flower parade, but along the route the flowers were torn off and thrown to the spectators. They threw them back, and the Battle ...
Brief History
Jersey possesses a fascinating and complex history forged by centuries of battles, exploration, struggle and reinvention, leaving behind a unique lega ...
Famous People

From Victor Hugo to Lillie Langtry and Buffalo Bill to Gerald Durrell, you might be surprised who has links with Jersey.
Flag

The present Jersey flag replaced the old, unofficial flag in 1979. The presidents of the States committees decided in the jubilee year (1977) to comme ...
Government

Jersey is a parliamentary democracy that is a dependency of the British Crown. It is a British island, but is not part of the United Kingdom, nor is i ...
Jersey Cow

Emigrants from Jersey took cows with them to provide milk. With its good looks, gentle nature, strong constitution and rich milk, the Jersey cow soon ...
Language

Jèrriais is the form of the Norman language spoken in Jersey. It has been in decline over the past century as English has come to dominate.
Liberation Day

On May 9th every year Jersey celebrates the anniversary of the Liberation of the island from the German occupation forces of World War II.
Maritime Heritage

Much of Jersey's heritage stems from its relationship with the sea. From the 17th Century Cod Trade to the present day.
Milestones

A potted history of Jersey's historical milestones, from Stone-Age hunter gatherers to the birth of our newer industries after liberation.
Parish Crests

The 12 Parish badges evolved to commemorate the Royal visit in 1921 of King George V and Queen Mary.
Signal Station

It is said that signals have been flown from the site of the Fort Regent signal station since 1708. In 2005, a small team worked out a new set of sign ...






