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Alderney, Hitler's British Island by Andy Webb
Uncover the chilling truth behind the only Nazi camp ever established on British soil through this gripping two-part investigative film. Between the screenings, explore the poignant historical grounds of a key site of memory for an immersive and thought-provoking deep dive into European history.
Mémorial de la Shoah de Drancy
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On Sunday, November 22, 2026, the Shoah Memorial in Drancy presents Andy Webb's two-part documentary, "Alderney, Hitler's British Island." The film explores the Nazi annexation of Alderney and the establishment of a concentration camp for prisoners from over thirty nations, including Soviet POWs and French Jews who passed through Drancy. Suitable for audiences aged 12 and up, this event offers a deep dive into historical memory at the very location of the former Drancy internment camp. Admission is free with a reservation, and the venue is fully wheelchair accessible, ensuring a respectful and inclusive environment for all attendees.
This two-part documentary retraces the little-known history of Alderney, a British island annexed by the Nazis with the goal of creating a concentration camp. The deportees came from more than thirty countries, including German political prisoners, Soviet prisoners of war, Spanish republicans, and French Jews married to "Aryan" women who had passed through the Drancy internment camp.
2:00 PM: Episode 1
4:00 PM: Episode 2
Possibility to attend a guided tour of the historic site of the former Drancy camp between the two episodes.
Our take on this event
The event takes place on Sunday, November 22, 2026, from 14:00 to 18:00 at the Shoah Memorial in Drancy. The schedule features the screening of both parts of the documentary: the first episode begins at 14:00, followed by the second at 16:00. Attendees have the opportunity to join a guided tour of the historical site of the former Drancy camp during the interval between the two episodes, providing essential context to the documentary's subject matter.
The film chronicles the history of Alderney, the only British territory annexed by the Nazis, where a concentration camp was constructed for prisoners including German political dissidents, Soviet prisoners of war, Spanish Republicans, and French Jews. This educational program is open to visitors aged 12 and older. While admission is free, booking in advance is mandatory. The venue is equipped to welcome guests in wheelchairs.
