Lincoln Monument (Norway)

The Lincoln Monument in Norway is a statue of Abraham Lincoln located in Frogner Park, Oslo. It was gifted to the city of Oslo by the state of North Dakota in 1914 to commemorate the centennial of Norwegian independence from Denmark. The statue recognizes the historical emigration of Norwegians to the United States, particularly to the Midwest and states like North Dakota, during Lincoln's presidency. The monument symbolizes the strong ties between Norway and the United States, and the shared values of freedom and democracy. It is a bronze bust of Lincoln mounted on a granite pedestal. The monument serves as a landmark and a reminder of the significant Norwegian-American heritage.