The King's Choice

The Story of King Haakon VII and Norway's Resistance in World War II
Book • 2023
The King's Choice recounts the dramatic events surrounding King Haakon VII of Norway during the German invasion in April 1940.

It focuses on the King's refusal to capitulate to Nazi demands, his leadership in exile, and the Norwegian government's efforts to resist occupation.

The story highlights the King's moral and political dilemmas, his relationship with his son Crown Prince Olav, and the broader struggle of Norway during World War II.

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