German fortification of Guernsey reduce the number and quality of troops required to defend the western ocean areas. Whilst the Luftwaffe and Kriegsmarine had their roles in protecting the islands from the Allies, the occupying forces put their main effort into land defences aimed at repelling a seaborne or airborne assault. The resulting construction work in the Channel Islands was extensive; it required thousands of workers and massive supplies of cement and steel. Tiny Guernsey received special treatment. It had the largest artillery pieces in the Channel Islands, tanks, and 12,000 troops: one soldier for every two civilians on the island, compared to France
2017 League of Ireland First Division the end of the 2017 season of 3 teams from the Premier Division, with only the champions of the First Division promoted in return. Teams play each other twice (once at home, once away). Teams play each other twice (once at home, once away). The PFAI First Division player of the year nominees were Waterford striker David McDaid, Cabinteely midfielder Kieran Marty Waters and UCD striker George Kelly. The PFAI First Division Team of the Year was: 2017 League of Ireland First Division The 2017 League of Ireland First Division season is the 33rd season of the League of Ireland