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King Haakon VII — Monument

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The King Haakon VII monument is a memorial that honors Norway's first king after the dissolution of the union in 1905. The monument was unveiled in 1955 and is located in Oslo, near the Castle. It was created by the artist Stinius Fredriksen and is made of bronze. The sculpture shows King Haakon VII in a standing pose, wearing a royal uniform, and standing on a granite plinth.

The monument is part of Oslo's cultural history and symbolizes the king's importance to the nation, especially during the Second World War, when he became an important symbol of resistance to the occupation. The area around the monument is often visited by both tourists and locals, and it is part of the city's public space. The King Haakon VII monument helps preserve the memory of the king's role in Norwegian history.

Source: Brønnøysund Register Centre (NLOD 2.0) / Norwegian Mapping Authority Address API

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