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Alexander Coutanche

1892–1973 · 20th century · Also known as Lord Coutanche

Alexander Coutanche was Bailiff of Jersey from 1935 to 1961. During the German occupation of 1940–1945 he remained at the head of the island's government, dealing with the occupying authorities to protect the population while carrying out their orders. After liberation he was knighted and in 1961 became a life peer as Baron Coutanche.

Alexander Coutanche
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