Peace monument
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Peace monument

The peace monument with border marker no. 67 in front. The peace monument was drawn by the Swedish architect Lars Johan Lehming. The motif is of two men shaking their hands, a symbol of diplomacy and friendship over the borders. Norway and Sweden has not been at war since 9 August 1814 when Norway defeated her neighbor in the Battle of Langnes Skanse.

 

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