Norway's King Harald dies aged 89
Summary
Norway’s King Harald V died at age 89 after being treated for a rare blood condition. He ruled for 35 years, modernized the monarchy, and will be succeeded by his son, King Haakon.Key Facts
- King Harald V passed away peacefully at Oslo National Hospital.
- He was the first Norwegian-born king since the 14th century.
- Harald modernized the monarchy and married a commoner, breaking old traditions.
- He was a unifying figure during crises, including the 2011 terror attacks in Norway.
- His son Haakon becomes the new king after Harald’s death.
- Harald was married to Queen Sonja for nearly 58 years and had two children and six grandchildren.
- During World War II, he and his family fled Norway and lived abroad before returning.
- He studied social science, history, and economics at Oxford University.
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