The Italian Chapel on the Orkney Islands: A Testament to Craftsmanship During World War Two
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The Italian Chapel on the Orkney Islands: A Testament to Craftsmanship During World War Two

Orkney’s Italian Chapel is a remarkable building and a testament to the craftsmanship of the people who built it and worshipped there. It was built by hand and from repurposed materials during World War Two by a group of Italian prisoners of war (POW’s) interred on the islands. We heard about this intriguing building and had to see it for ourselves; read on to find out more!