Overview

• Princess Anne, accompanied by her husband Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, represented King Charles at the 80th Liberation Day events in Guernsey.
• She attended a parade at St Peter Port, gave a reading at the Town Church, and met with veterans, survivors, and school children.
• The Princess Royal viewed the Liberation Trail exhibition and unveiled a plaque at a new visitor center.
• The Liberation Day service included dignitaries from Germany and France, alongside veterans and community members, reflecting on the Channel Islands' unique WWII history.
• The Channel Islands were the only British territory occupied by German forces during World War II, with Guernsey liberated on May 9, 1945, and Sark the following day.