Norwegians line up at churches for emotional memorials remembering the late King Harald V
Summary
Norway is holding memorial services for the late King Harald V, who died at age 89. The new King Haakon VIII, Harald’s son, spoke about his father’s life and pledged to lead the country with dedication.Key Facts
- King Harald V died on Friday at the age of 89.
- Memorial services are being held across Norway, with many people paying respects at churches.
- Thousands of Norwegians have laid flowers and lit candles in front of the royal palace in Oslo.
- King Harald’s coffin was brought from the hospital to the palace on Friday evening.
- The funeral date has not been announced.
- King Haakon VIII, Harald’s son, became the new king and spoke in a televised address.
- King Haakon promised to serve Norway and use the motto “All for Norway,” from his great-grandfather.
- The new queen is Mette-Marit, and the crown princess is Ingrid Alexandra.
- Norway’s monarchy is mostly symbolic today, with actual power held by the elected parliament.
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