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Who inherited the Kingdom of Norway in 1380, leading to the eventual formation of Denmark–Norway?

  • Olaf II of Denmark

  • Margaret I of Denmark

  • Haakon VI of Norway

  • Olaf IV of Norway

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In 1380, Olaf II of Denmark inherited the Kingdom of Norway, becoming Olaf IV. This inheritance was a key event leading to the eventual formation of Denmark–Norway.
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