Nazi camps on British soil: the excavation of Lager Wick forced labour camp in Jersey, Channel Islands
- 1 September 2016
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in Journal of Conflict Archaeology
- Vol. 11 (2-3), 135-157
- https://doi.org/10.1080/15740773.2017.1334333
Abstract
The forced labour camp of Lager Wick in Jersey, built during the German occupation of the Channel Islands in 1942, is the first Nazi camp to be excavated on British soil. This paper presents the findings from three seasons of fieldwork (2014–16), and includes an analysis of the architecture of internment and the signposts it leaves for that which does not survive. It also draws into sharp relief the link between archaeology and oral testimony and the way that archaeology can both back up and disprove the historical record. Finally, this paper examines the important role that archaeology can play in uncovering and helping to normalize ‘taboo heritage’.Keywords
Funding Information
- British Academy (SG142541)
- McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research (N/A)
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