3.6.3 The Faroe Islands History
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This article is from the Nordic countries FAQ, by Antti Lahelma and Johan Olofsson, with numerous contributions by others.
3.6.3 The Faroe Islands History
ca.600 ?
Celtic settlers (Irish monks) make it to the Faroes.
ca.900
The Faroe Islands are colonized by Norwegian settlers.
1035
The Faroe Islands become a Norwegian dependency.
1380
Along with Norway, the Faroes become united with Denmark.
1709
The Faroes become (technically) a part of Zealand, Denmark.
1814
When Denmark cedes Norway in the peace treaty of Kiel, the
Faroes remain with Denmark.
1880
The independence movement starts.
1940-45
The Faroes are occupied by British forces during WWII. Trade
with the UK leads to economic growth. The Faroese flag is
commonly used since the UK does not tolerate the flag of
German-occupied Denmark.
1948
The Faroe Islands are granted autonomy within the Danish
Kingdom.
1973
When Denmark joins the European Community (EC) the Faroe
Islands choose to stay outside the EC.
1980s
Good prospects in the fishing industry lead the Faroes to
invest large sums in infrastructure to prevent depopulation of
small villages.
1990s
A recession in the fishing industry leaves the Faroes with a
large debt and in an economic crisis. Emigration to Denmark
increases.
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