On May 17, 1814, Norway drafted a constitution that was remarkably progressive for its time, yet it emerged from a moment of profound national trauma. After being transferred from Denmark to Sweden via the Treaty of Kiel, Prince Christian Frederick attempted to assert Norwegian independence, leading to a brief war and eventual union with Sweden. This episode explores the drafting at Eidsvoll, the radical democracy embedded in the document, and how Norwegians used this constitutional framework to quietly reclaim sovereignty over decades. We examine the tension between the conservative Swedish crown and the liberal Stortinget, highlighting key figures like Johan Sebastian Welhaven and the role of the peasant farmers who formed the backbone of Norwegian political identity. Discover how a document born of defeat became the foundation of modern Norwegian democracy and national pride.
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