Norway's Princess Astrid died at the age of 94. The death occurred just two days after the funeral of her brother, King Harald V, who had died at the end of August. Harald V was Astrid's brother and died at the end of August, causing great commotion in the Norwegian royal family.
Haakon VIII ascended to the throne 14 days after the death of his father, King Harald V. The coronation ceremony marked the continuity of the Norwegian monarchy's line of succession. The new King Haakon VIII succeeded his father and formally assumed the responsibilities of the position.
Astrid's death represents another significant loss for the Norwegian royal family in a short period of time. The princess, who was 94 years old, was a member of Norwegian royalty and was part of the oldest generation of the royal family. Her death occurs at a time of transition for the monarchy, after the loss of her older brother, King Harald V.
