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Norway

This topic is for questions about the European country Norway. Norway lies north in Europe, bordering to Sweden, Finland and Russia, and the capital is Oslo.

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Why was Norway a neutral country?

A more specific question would be nice, but i'll give a general answer.

Norway has not had much "military" power since the viking age, which ended around year 1066. Furtermore, modern Norway is a country that takes great pride in its peacefull ways.

As a consequence of this, norway has been hesitant do declare hostility to any other nation, and prone to attempt neutraility in major world conflicts, such as World War 1 and 2. It simply wouldn't do much good to anyone, should Norway call to arms in conflicts not assessed to concern them. (yes, they assesed wrong concerning WW2, as they quickly learned when the Germans invaded and occupied their country)

The same can pretty much be said for sweden and denmark aswell, in modern times at the very least.

But however neutral, Norway has allways had it's political affiliation towards the west, shown for instance by its membership in NATO.

When did Haakon V of Norway die?

Haakon V of Norway died in 1319.

What is the Norwegian word for grandfather?

It depends if it is the father of the child's father or mother:

Farfar = "father's father"

Morfar = "mother's father"

But you can use "Bestefar" for both grandfathers. I myself use "Besten", which is used a lot in the western coast.

What is the most highliting thing you should see if you went to Norway?

Since Norway is close to the North Pole, you should be able to see the Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights.

Is Norway southeastern of the us?

No, no, no! You have to turn around!

Norway is in the north of Europe!

What is northern Norway like?

Heaven in summer, toilsome -but still beautiful- in winter.

What is the Norwegian word for baby?

As in child: baby. As in wife/one you love: kjære

What is Norway really like?

Norway is a most beautiful country with lots of interesting and cool history. But if you really want to see the Norwegian beauty, you'll have to visit the fjords and the mountains.

When did Norway host the Olympics?

That was the 1952 Winter Games in Oslo and in 1994 we had the Winter Games in Lillehamar, (a city in Norway)

What countries did the Normans take over?

Normans took over France and the British Isles, but also took over parts of Italy, Northern Africa, and the Middle East.

What are the top ten reasons to live in Norway?

1. Beautiful nature.

2. Free healthcare.

3. Low overall rates of violence.

4 High life expectancy.

5. Not a member of EU.

6. Low unemployment rate.

7. Plenty of fresh water.

8. Low pollution.

9. Because of the oil, everybody has a lot of money.

10. Laugh at Swedes who are bad at skiing.

Who is Norway's rival?

Sweden. ---- It depends in which field

Did the German takeover of Denmark and Norway threatened axis trade?

I believe you mean allied trade. It did affect the shipping supplies to the USSR. Axis was Germany Italy Japan ( the main ones). Allies werer the U.S, U.K, USSR. (the main ones)

What continent are Norway Cameroon South Korea France and Brazil on?

Brazil - South America

Norway - Europe

Cameroon - Africa

South Korea - Asia

France - Europe

What is the norwegian symbol for love?

There are several different symbols for this. The Hrunger's Heart is the best example that you can use for this symbol.

What is you are my love in Norwegian?

Du er min kjærlighet.

The verb "love" means "elske" in Norwegian, and the noun "love" means "kjærlighet".