Which navy did Haakon VII serve in?
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Royal Danish Navy
Answer
The Royal Danish Navy is where King Haakon VII of Norway served. He joined in 1889, eventually rising to the position of Vice-Admiral. Though born into the Danish royal house, his claim to the Norwegian throne derived from his mother's lineage. Despite strong family ties to the Danish monarchy, he played an instrumental role in fostering cordial relations between Denmark and its Scandinavian neighbors.
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