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What are the Norwegian Armed Forces?

The Norwegian Armed Forces are the soldiers and machines that keep Norway safe. They include the army, the navy, and the air force working together as a team. These brave men and women have guarded the land and coast of Norway for many hundreds of years.

What happened in April 1940?

In April 1940, the German army launched a surprise attack and invaded Norway. The Norwegian soldiers did not give up and fought back hard against the invaders. They were joined by friends from Britain and France to try and stop the attack.

How did Norwegian soldiers keep fighting?

Many brave soldiers chose to hide in the mountains to start a secret resistance movement. Other soldiers traveled across the sea to reach Britain. From there, they trained to fight back until their country was finally free again.

When did Norway join NATO?

Norway became a founding member of the group called NATO in 1949. This group was created to help countries protect each other if they are attacked. By joining this team, Norway made sure it would have strong friends to help keep the peace.

What do the forces do today?

Today, the Norwegian Armed Forces watch over the land and the cold northern seas. They also fly jets and sail ships to help with important missions around the world. By working with NATO, they help keep the world safer for everyone.

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Norwegian Armed Forces

The Norwegian Armed Forces defend Norway. They fought the German invasion in 1940 and joined NATO in 1949.

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Norway's military has defended the country for hundreds of years. In April 1940, Germany invaded Norway. Norwegian forces fought back alongside British and French troops. Many Norwegian soldiers joined the resistance or fled to Britain to keep fighting. After the war, Norway became a founding member of NATO in 1949. Today the forces guard the country and join NATO missions.

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