Olav V
Americannoun
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Royal observers say he was down-to-earth, respected and beloved, describing him as a "grandfather" of the nation and the "People's king" - a title also used by his father King Olav V.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
He became crown prince in 1991 at the tender age of 17, following the death of his grandfather King Olav V.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
More recently, Bertie Ahern was a regular visitor to Old Trafford while Taoiseach of Ireland, while mystery surrounds an intriguing visit by King Olav V of Norway to Selhurst Park.
From The Guardian ● Apr. 5, 2011
Helping some 3,000,000 Minnesotans celebrate their statehood centennial last week were Norway's comely Princess Astrid, daughter of King Olav V, and Sweden's Prince Bertil, third son of King Gustaf VI Adolf.
From Time Magazine Archive
I know, because he happens to be my King, Olav V of Norway, son of Maud, daughter of King Edward VII, who was Victoria's son.
From Time Magazine Archive
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