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What honor in Norway is named after Saint Olaf?

  • Order of St. Olav

  • Order of Leif Erikson

  • Order of King Sverre

  • Order of Harald Fairhair

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The Order of St. Olav, named after the patron saint of Norway, King Olav II, is a Norwegian honor bestowed upon individuals for outstanding achievements in the military, civil, or humanitarian spheres. Established in 1847 by King Oscar I, it ranks as one of the most prestigious accolades in the country.
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