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Watch: Europe's royalty pay last respects to King Harald V in Norway

Watch: Europe's royalty pay last respects to King Harald V in Norway

Also reported by BBC World

Summary

King Harald V of Norway was honored in a funeral ceremony in Oslo, attended by European royals including the Prince of Wales. After 13 days of national mourning, the king was laid to rest at Akershus Fortress, and his son Haakon VIII became the new king.

Key Facts

  • King Harald V died in August after ruling Norway for 35 years.
  • A public service took place at Oslo Cathedral before the king was buried.
  • The burial happened in the crypt of the Palace Chapel at Akershus Fortress.
  • European royals, including the Prince of Wales, attended the funeral.
  • Flags were lowered to half-mast as a sign of respect.
  • Tens of thousands of people lined the streets to pay their respects.
  • King Harald’s son, Haakon VIII, succeeded him and appeared with his family on the royal palace balcony.
  • Norway observed 13 days of national mourning after the king’s death.
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