Haakon Collection

Haakon Haakonson brought to safety by the Birchlegs, 1200s
Birchlegs carrying Prince Hakon Hakonson to safety over the mountains, a Norwegian legend. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Royal Wedding 1896 -- Princess Maud of Wales
Prince Charles (or Carl) of Denmark, later King Haakon VII, King of Norway, and Princess Maud of Wales (1869-1938), youngest daughter of Edward VII and Queen Alexandra

Queen Maud of Norway
QUEEN MAUD OF NORWAY wife of king Haakon VII daughter of Edward VII of England

H. M Queen Maud of Norway
Maud of Wales (1869 - 1938), Queen of Norway as spouse of King Haakon VII. Youngest daughter of the British king and Queen, Edward VII and Alexandra of Denmark. Date: 1906

King Haakon VII of Norway and Crown Prince Olav in exile in the UK 1940-45 inspecting Norwegian troops. Date: circa 1943

OLAF TRYGGVESSON CROWNED
After the death of Haakon Jarl Oflf Tryggvesson is elected king and crowned. Date: 995

The King and Queen of Norway - Haakon VII and Maud
Haakon VII King of Norway (1872-1957) (reigned 1905-57), formerly Prince Charles of Denmark, with his wife Maud of Wales (1869-1938). Date: circa 1905

The Norwegian Royal Family - King Haakon VII of Norway (1872-1957), his wife Queen Maud (of Wales) (1869-1938) and their son Olav V (born Prince Alexander of Denmark 19031991)

King Haakon of Norway and Queen Maud
King Haakon of Norway (1872 - 1957) and Queen Maud. Their child is future King Olav V. Haakon ruled from 1905 to 1957. Date: circa 1907

Haakon Vii, Prince Carl Of Denmark And Iceland, Born Christian Frederik Carl Georg Valdemar Axel, 1872 To 1957 Aka Prince Carl Of Denmark Until 1905

Coronation of Haakon VII of Norway
The Coronation of Haakon VII (Prince Carl of Denmark and Iceland, born Christian Frederik Carl Georg Valdemar Axel (18721957)

Royal Wedding 1896 -- three bridesmaids
Princess Victoria of Wales (top), Princess Thyra of Denmark (lower left) and Princess Ingeborg of Denmark (lower right), three of the six bridesmaids of Princess Maud of Wales

The Oseberg ship - shortly after discovery
The Oseberg ship (Norwegian: Osebergskipet) is a well-preserved Viking ship discovered in a large burial mound at the Oseberg farm near Tonsberg in Vestfold county, Norway

Norway, Bergen, Bergenhus Castle. Statue of King Haakon VII (Kong Haakon)

King Haakon VII of Norway. Date 1942?

Kaiser Wilhelm II with King Haakon of Norway
King Haakon of Norway (1872 - 1957), formerly Prince Carl of Denmark pictured talking with Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany and the Norwegian Prime Minister, Michelsen in 1909

Olav of Norway
Prince Olav of Norway, formerly Prince Alexander of Denmark and later King Olav V (1903-1991). The only child of King Haakon VII of Norway (Prince Charles of Denmark)

King Haakon of Norway

Olaf V / Norway / Rude
OLAF V King of Norway (1957-91), son of Haakon VII and Maud

OLAF V / NORWAY / 1907
OLAF V King of Norway (1957-91), son of Haakon VII and Maud

OLAF V / NORWAY / 1915
OLAF V King of Norway (1957-91), son of Haakon VII and Maud

Haakon Vii / Norway / Family
HaKON VII King of Norway (1905-57), formerly Prince Charles of Denmark, with his wife Maud and son Olaf (V)

Haakon Vii / Norway / Anders
HaKON VII King of Norway (1905-57); formerly Prince Charles of Denmark, son of Frederick VIII

Haakon VII & Scouts
HaKON VII The first king of Norway after the secession from Sweden in 1905. Married Princess Maud, daughter of Edward VII. Seen here inspecting boy scouts

Haakon VII 1906 King of Norway

Coronation journey of King Haakon VII
The arrival in Oslo of Haakon VII (Prince Carl of Denmark and Iceland, born Christian Frederik Carl Georg Valdemar Axel - 18721957)

Coronation of King Haakon VII of Norway - Flag
The coronation of King Haakon VII (1872-1957) of Norway in 1905. Date: 1905

King Haakon VII and Queen Maud of Norway and Flag
King Haakon VII (1872-1957) and Queen Maud (1869-1938) of Norway and the Norwegian Flag and coat of arms. Issued to celebrate the coronation of Haakon in November 1905. Date: 1905

King Haakon VII of Denmark of the House of Oldenburg (1872-1957). Wearing his Coronation robes and holding the State Regalia. Date: 1905

King Haakon of Norway visits the London Fire Brigade, WW2
Visit of King Haakon of Norway to the London Fire Brigade headquarters during the Second World War. Seen here shaking hands with a dummy used during training

Royal Wedding 1896 - departing from Buckingham Palace
Princess Maud of Wales, youngest daughter of King Edward VII and Prince Carl (Charles) of Denmark (later King Haakon VII) depart from Buckingham Palace in a horse drawn carriage following their

Royal Wedding 1896 -- Princess Maud and Prince Carl
Heart shaped portraits of Princess Maud of Wales (1869-1938), youngest daughter of Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, and Prince Charles (or Carl) of Denmark, later King Haakon VII, King of Norway

Norwegian royal family embarking at Dover
King Haakon VII of Norway (1872-1957) and Queen Maud (1869-1938), together with their son, Crown Prince Olav (1903-1991), embarking at Dover to return home following a visit to the UK

Crown Prince Olav of Norway (1903-1991), later King Olav V of Norway, son of King Haakon VII and Queen Maud of Norway and grandson of King Edward VII

Princes John and George of Wales with Prince Olav of Norway
Prince John of Wales (1905-1919) with his elder brother Prince George (1902-1942), later Duke of Kent. They are playing with their cousin, Prince Olav (1903-1991)

Prince Charles of Denmark and Princess Maud of Wales
Prince Charles of Denmark, later King Haakon VII, King of Norway and Princess Maud of Wales (1869-1938), youngest daughter of Edward VII. Front cover engraving from a photograph by W. and D

Staue of King Haakon VII, in front of the Holmenkollen building, Oslo, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Haakon / Patrimony
The 8 year old Haakon (later Haakon IV) reassures the retainer Helge that although his patrimony has been doubted, God, Mary & St Olaf will back his claim

Haakon Carried to Safety
The year old royal child Haakon Haajonson, who will become Haakon IV is carried to safety across the snow to avoid rivals

Haakon Vii / Norway / 1913
HaKON VII King of Norway (1905-57); formerly Prince Charles of Denmark, son of Frederick VIII

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"Haakon: A Royal Legacy of Courage, Love, and Leadership" In the 1200s, Haakon Haakonson's life was saved by the Birchlegs, a testament to his resilience and the loyalty he inspired. Fast forward to 1896 when Princess Maud of Wales married Haakon VII in a grand royal wedding, uniting two nations. Queen Maud of Norway became an emblem of grace and elegance as she supported her husband's reign. The coronation VII marked a significant moment in Norwegian history as he ascended to the throne with Crown Prince Olav by his side. The state funeral procession for King George V showcased international respect for royalty while highlighting the importance of regal traditions. As King Haakon VII reigned over Norway, he carried on the legacy left by his predecessors. His marriage to Queen Maud symbolized unity and strength within their kingdom. Together they faced challenges head-on with unwavering determination. Margareta I, Queen of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden immortalized on canvas captured not only her beauty but also her influential role in shaping Nordic history. Similarly, The King and Queen of Norway - Haakon VII and Maud - stood as pillars representing their nation's values both at home and abroad. Through triumphs like Olaf Tryggvesson's crowning or celebrations such as royal weddings where three bridesmaids added charm to the occasion – each event showcases how these monarchs brought pride to their people through love-filled unions or historic milestones. Haakon's story is one that intertwines bravery during times of adversity with enduring love between royals who dedicated themselves to serving their country faithfully. Their legacies continue to inspire generations today.