What was the Kingdom of Iceland?
Q: What was the Kingdom of Iceland?
A: The Kingdom of Iceland was a constitutional monarchy that had a personal union with Denmark.
Q: When was the Kingdom of Iceland created?
A: The Kingdom of Iceland was created on 1 December 1918.
Q: How long did the Kingdom of Iceland last?
A: The Kingdom of Iceland lasted until 17 June 1944.
Q: What did the Act of Union allow Iceland to do?
A: The Act of Union allowed Iceland to create its own flag, declared its neutrality and asked Denmark to help with its foreign affairs and defense interests.
Q: Why did Iceland no longer need Denmark's help?
A: The Nazi German occupation of Denmark in the early-1940s broke off their communications. As a result, the Althing named themselves the head of state and said that Iceland would no longer need Denmark's help.
Q: Who occupied Iceland during World War II?
A: Iceland was later occupied by British and American forces.
Q: What was the outcome of the constitutional referendum held in 1944?
A: The option to establish a new republican constitution won with 98.5% of the vote.
