Timeline of Jersey

Chronology

10 events spanning the history of Jersey. BCE/CE dating.

1. 1204

   Start of hostilities between Jersey and France.

   King John lost Normandy to the French King. Start of hostilities between Jersey and France. Duke of Normandy takes control of Channel Islands.

2. 1213

   First of several major attacks on Jersey by French.

   First of several major attacks on Jersey by French, leading to the building of Mont Orgueil and Grosnez Castle.

3. 1341

   Edward III issued a Royal Charter, confirming independent status.

   Edward III issued a Royal Charter, confirming independent status.

4. 1483

   Act of Neutrality issued.

   Act of Neutrality issued.

5. 1565

   Colonization of Sark.

   Colonization of Sark.

6. 1781

   Battle of Jersey.

   Battle of Jersey.

7. 1790

   Influx of French refugees from the Revolution.

   Influx of French refugees from the Revolution.

8. 1940

   German Occupation.

   German Occupation.

9. 1942

   Evacuation of 1,186 English citizens to Germany.

   Evacuation of 1,186 English citizens to Germany.

10. 1945

    Liberation by British forces.

    Liberation by British forces.