Historical Events tagged with "King Haakon VII"
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Politics & Government
King Haakon VII's Return from Exile
June 7th, 1945 79 years ago
King Haakon VII of Norway returned to Oslo after five years of exile during World War II. He had fled to London in 1940 following the German invasion of Norway, where he remained involved in the Norwegian government-in-exile. His return was marked by a grand reception, symbolizing Norway's liberation and the end of the Nazi occupation. The event was emotional for both the king and the Norwegian people, heralding a sense of hope and renewal for the nation.
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