The history of Norway has been influenced to an extraordinary degree by the terrain and the climate of the region. About 10,000 BC, following the retreat inland of the great ice sheets, the …

Jul 2, 2025 · A whistle-stop tour of Norwegian history, from prehistoric times to the oil era, via the Vikings. The history of Norway is a fascinating and complex tale.

Dec 31, 2025 · From the Cambrian through the Silurian geologic period (i.e., from about 540 to 415 million years ago), most of the area was below sea level and acquired a layer of …

Aug 17, 2022 · Norway and Vikings simply belong together. But Norwegian history has a lot more to offer - in our timeline you will find everything important to know.

Oct 21, 2024 · The history of Norway is deeply intertwined with its rugged terrain and climate, shaping the lives of its inhabitants for millennia. As the ice sheets retreated around 10,000 …

4 days ago · Today Norway is recognized as having a quality of life judged to be among the best in the world.

Jun 16, 2025 · This article as an expanded written version of my “Milestones in Norwegian History,” lecture, which covers the history of Norway from the first recorded Settlements …

Discover Norway's rich history from Viking explorations to independence. Learn about its unions with Denmark and Sweden, industrialisation, and transformation into one of the world's most …

Apr 2, 2024 · By examining the past, we can gain insights into the origins of Norwegian identity, the impact of external influences, and the resilience of its people in the face of challenges. …

Norway is a prosperous state, with high focus on social equality.