The date of the funeral for King Harald V of Norway has been announced
The funeral of King Harald V of Norway is scheduled for September 9. The ceremony will take place following the monarch’s death; details regarding the funeral in Norway are currently being finalized.
“The funeral ceremony for King Harald V of Norway will take place on Wednesday, September 9, at 1:00 p.m. at Oslo Cathedral,” according to a statement from the Royal Palace published on its website.
Last Sunday, tens of thousands of Norwegians gathered outside cathedrals and churches across the country to participate in memorial services for the late King Harald V.
His son, Norway’s new King Haakon VIII, delivered a speech in honor of his father on Saturday evening. He expressed his grief over his father’s death and promised to lead the country with the same dedication.
This was reported by the Associated Press.
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