On the 4th of July we celebrate our Independence Day. Nearly every country has a day that they celebrate their country’s formation or independence. Here is a list of the Nordic national days, three of which fall in June! Denmark In Denmark, Constitution Day (Danish: Grundlovsdag) is observed on June 5th. Both the first constitution… More Nordic National Days
Syttende Mai A brief history and how to celebrate from anywhere – The 17th of May (Syttende Mai) is Norway’s Constitution Day, a wonderful spring holiday celebrated with red, white and blue ribbons and flags, national costumes and big smiles as Norwegians everywhere mark the historic signing of their Constitution (Grunnloven) in 1814. That year… More Syttende Mai – Norway’s Constitution Day
Norway During World War II PBS’s new Masterpiece series – Atlantic Crossing – centers on the dramatic story of Franklin Roosevelt (Kyle MacLachlan) and Norwegian Crown Princess Martha (Sofia Helin) (pictured right), who fled Nazi occupation during World War II with her three children. Inspired by true events, this series will be eight episodes spanning… More Atlantic Crossing