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The Swedish-Norwegian Union Crisis

A History with DocumentsBy Karl Nordlund

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In "The Swedish-Norwegian Union Crisis," Karl Nordlund delves into the intricacies of the political and social tumult that characterized the late 19th-century union between Sweden and Norway. Through a meticulous examination of primary sources and an analytical narrative style, Nordlund captures the tensions that erupted within a unique historical context marked by rising nationalism and divergent national identities. The book offers a compelling blend of political history and cultural analysis, characterizing the crisis as a pivotal moment in the formation of modern Scandinavian identities and illuminating how regional loyalties influenced national allegiances. Nordlund, a distinguished historian specialized in Scandinavian studies, draws from an extensive background in Nordic political history, informed by years of research and academic inquiry. Having lived in both Sweden and Norway, he brings a personal understanding to the material, enriching the text with insights that reveal both the historical complexities and the emotional resonance of this crisis. His expertise is evident in his rigorous methodological approach, providing readers with an authoritative account that stands among the finest explorations of the era. This book is essential for scholars, students, and anyone intrigued by the dynamics of nationalism and statehood in Europe. Nordlund'Äôs thorough research and engaging prose make the narrative accessible while challenging preconceived notions about the Swedish-Norwegian union, ultimately inviting readers to reconsider the interconnected histories of these two nations.

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Publish dateDec 24, 2019

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1I.

2110. Record of Foreign Office affair, made before H. M. the King in the presence of H. R. H. the Crown Prince in Joint Cabinet Council at Stockholm Palace, on February 7, 1905.

2II.

2211. The note of the Crown-Prince-Regent to the special committee of the Storthing. Dated February 28, 1905.

3III.

2312. Record of Justice-Department affair held at Stockholm Palace, on Wednesday the 5th of April 1905 before His Royal Highness the Crown-Prince Regent in Joint Swedish and Norwegian Cabinet Council.

4IV.

2413. Motion on the Union question in the First Chamber of the Swedish Riksdag.

5V.

2514. Motion on the Union question in the Second Chamber of the Swedish Riksdag.

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6VI.

2615. The Norwegian Governments’ report of April 17th 1905.

7VII.

2716. Record of Justice-Departement affair held at Stockholm Palace on Tuesday the 25th of April, 1905 before His Royal Highness the Crown-Prince Regent in Joint Swedish and Norwegian Cabinet Council.

8ACTS TOUCHING THE SWEDISH-NORWEGIAN CRISIS.

2817. The Riksdags address to the King on the Union question, on May 15, 1905.

91. Extracts from the Constitution of Norway.

2918. The resignation of the Norwegian Government. Dated Christiania, May 26, 1905.

102. Extracts from the Act of Union.

3019. Report of the Cabinet Council held in Stockholm May 30th 1905, given by the Norwegian Section of the Council.

113. Preliminary settlement of the Consular question between members of the Swedish and the Norwegian Cabinet Council, on March 24, 1903. (The so-called Communiqué).

3120. The King’s telegraphic protest against the declarations of the Norwegian Government. Dated Stockholm, May 29, 1905.

124. Extracts from the Norwegian Government’s draft of laws of the same wording in order to regulate the relations between the Minister for Foreign Affairs and the legations on the one hand, and the separate Consular services of the two countries on the other hand. Dated May 28, 1904.

3221. The Norwegian Cabinet Minister’s notification to the King that they resigned their posts. Dated Christiania, Juni 6, 1905.

13I.

3322. The King’s telegraphic protests against the abdication of the Norwegian Government.

14III.

3423. The Reasons for the decision proposed by the President, in the Storting, on the 7th June 1905.

15IV.

3524. The address of the Storthing to King Oscar, dated Christiania, June 7, 1905.

165. Extracts from the outlines for laws of the same wording drawn up by His Excellency Boström, in November 1904.

3625. The King’s telegraphic protest against the resolution of the Storthing. Despatched June 8th 1905.

176. Extract from the answer given by His Excellency Hagerup to the preceeding draft, on November 26, 1904.

3726. Extract of the protocol of Civil business held in Council before His Majesty in the presence of His Royal Highness The Crown Prince at the Royal Palace Stocholm June 9th 1905.

187. Extracts from the draft of laws of the same wording made by the Swedish Government in December 1904.

3827. Address from the King to the President of the Storthing.

198. Extracts from notes made, in consequence of the Swedish Government’s draft of laws of the same wording by the Norwegian Cabinet Council, on January 11, 1905.

3928. The Norwegian Storthings documentary address to the King. Dated Christiania June 19th 1905.

209. Extracts from the answer of the Swedish Cabinet Council to the memorandum made by the Norwegian Cabinet Council on January 11, 1905. Dated January 30, 1905.