German occupation of Norway

April 9, 1940 – May 8, 1945

Germany invaded Norway and held it until 1945. Vidkun Quisling led a collaborationist government, while the king and government went into exile in London.

Battles 3

March 4, 1941
Operation Claymore British-Norwegian victory Lofoten
December 26–27, 1941
September 1944 – February 1945

Key commanders

Axis 1