
some images of the celebrations in Kirkwall for Norway’s National Day – Norwegian Constitution Day 17th of May 2023
some images of the celebrations in Kirkwall for Norway’s National Day – Norwegian Constitution Day 17th of May 2023
“The first public speech to mark the day was delivered in 1833 by Norwegian poet Henrik Wergeland. Since then, the 17th of May has been celebrated as Norway’s national day.”
Winds fresh to strong from the southeast. Maximum temperature 14 °C.
John Mowat of the Orkney Norwegian Friendship Association has sent in pictures from the Remembrance Ceremony which was held in 2021 at the Norwegian Gravestones situated at St Olaf Cemetery, St Ola .
A scaled back commemoration was held this year in Orkney to mark Norwegian Constitution Day on Monday 17th May.
Light mainly southwesterly winds. Maximum temperature 11 °C.
May 17th is Norwegian Constitution Day. Orkney’s links with Norway have remained strong to this day.
” Everyone will benefit from looking ahead and considering the political nature of a Scotland in full control of its own affairs, economy and resources. “
“A number of ONFA Committee members and friends visited the cemetery, separately throughout the day for quiet reflection.”
May 17th is Norwegian Constitution Day. Orkney’s links with Norway have remained strong to this day.