Nortraship gave the Norwegian government-in-exile economic independence and a basis for continued resistance from abroad.
A constitutional assembly declared Norwegian independence, adopted a liberal constitution, and elected Christian Frederick king.
However, Norwegian resistance led to the restoration of Norwegian independence in 1814.
No to the EU wants to ensure a continued Norwegian independence in international politics.
Later, "Heimskringla" became important for Norwegian national independence and identity.
Halvdan Koht notes that Schevig "probably" favored Norwegian independence over a union with another country.
The Storting would propose laws to reduce the king's power or to assert Norwegian independence.
The great powers viewed Norwegian independence more favourably in 1905 than in 1814.
By 1905, European statesmanship was more inclined to favour Norwegian independence than in 1814.
But his efforts so seek support for Norwegian independence from the great powers were in vain, as they were bound by their promises to Sweden.