Oslo During World War II

OVERVIEW

Walk through Oslo with an author that is an authority on Nazi Germany’s occupation of the capital city during World War II and see landmarks that played pivotal roles in those tragic and uncertain times. While standing in the square outside the Royal Palace, you will hear how King Haakon and the royal family went into exile shortly before the Germans invaded in April 1940. You will see a statue of the king in the June 7 Square, which commemorates his return from exile after Norway was liberated in May 1945. The author will provide a unique insider’s perspective of those events and others and recount poignant stories about the bravery and resilience of the citizens that openly and secretly defied the Nazis. You will also pause at the University of Oslo, which the Nazis closed, but not before arresting more than 1,200 students, half of whom were sent to concentration camps for SS military training.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Meet an author that is an expert in the Nazi occupation of Oslo during World War II.
• Hear horrifying stories of the Nazi occupation while following the author through Oslo.
• Stand at landmarks such as the Parliament where watershed wartime events took place.
• Learn about the royal family’s exile and how Oslo’s citizens resisted the Nazis.
• Receive a copy of the author’s booklet “Unretouched History. Oslo Under Occupation.”

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.