1. FAROE ISLANDS HISTORY Click on arrow to return to Faroe Island main menu faroe islands history It is a very disputed question who the people were that first settled the Faroe Islands and when they did so. http://w3.tyenet.com/kozlich/faroehist.htm

Click on arrow to return to Faroe Island main menu FAROE ISLANDS HISTORY FAROE ISLANDS Faroese History It is a very disputed question who the people were that first settled the Faroe Islands and when they did so. Studies made by natural scientists and tales of travels by seafaring Irish friars have led scholars to believe that the Faroe Islands were populated by middle of the 7th century AD. There is no agreement on this matter, however, and the belief is not supported by archaeological findings. On the other hand, the Norwegian colonization during the Viking Age is well documented. Throughout the Viking Age (approx. 800-1050 AD), large-scale emigration from Norway led to the establishment of Norse agricultural societies, partly in areas populated by Celtic peoples bordering the Irish Sea and on the islands off Scotland's western and northern coasts, and partly in uninhabited areas in the North Atlantic. Contact between the areas of Norse settlement was strong and one of its results was to introduce a number of Celtic cultural elements into the otherwise purely Norse Faroese culture. The Norse Vikings in the Faroe Islands built scattered farms of Norwegian design around the country. From these, people farmed the land, reared cattle and sheep, hunted birds, caught fish and gathered food. To a large extent they did so on a subsistence basis, but Faroese farms have never been entirely self-sufficient. Important goods like timber, iron and other metals, limestone and tools, as well as luxuries, had to be imported. Thus goods were produced for export in return, such as wool, wadmal, tallow, fish oil, stockfish and feathers and down.

2. Lonely Planet World Guide | Destination Faroe Islands | History faroe islands history. St Brendan and his monks sailed past a coupleof islands in the 6th century that they named the Island of http://www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations/europe/faroe_islands/history.htm

home search help worldguide ... Related Weblinks Faroe Islands History St Brendan and his monks sailed past a couple of islands in the 6th century that they named the Island of Sheep and the Paradise of Birds, and modern day historians have speculated that both islands were in the Faroes. The Paradise of Birds may well have been Mykines, the Faroes' westernmost island with an unusually dense bird population. The first human settlers were Irish monks, who did not arrive till late in the 6th century. They were no doubt seeking pagans whose souls they could save, or places where they could leave peaceful lives of devotion. Little information remains about their stay, but it's likely that the herds of sheep that the Norse found there in the 9th century originated from hardy stock the Irish brought with them. Like those who settled Iceland, the first Norse to arrive in the Faroes were simple farmers and pastoralists looking for a peaceful place free of the ravages of pirates and tyrants on the mainland. According to the , written in Iceland during the 13th century, the Faroes converted to Christianity around 1000 and became a constitutional part of the Kingdom of Norway in 1035. Norway was formally joined to the Kingdom of Denmark in 1380, and the Faroes adopted a Danish system of law and justice. From very early on, the government of the Faroes lay in the

3. Travel In Faroe - Faroe Islands History Faroe History. Home. The Faroe Islands were one of the last territorieson the planet to be discovered and populated. The first http://www.eurotravelling.net/faroe/faroe_history.htm

Faroe - History The Faroe Islands were one of the last territories on the planet to be discovered and populated. The first settlers are said to have been Irish monks who arrived in the year 700 and something, there are no signs of people having lived here before that so the birds had it to themselves. Norsemen arrived in the early 800's. For the first 200 years or so Faroes was a free country but it then came under foreign power - first Norway and then Denmark. During the Second World War, when the Germans occupied Denmark, Faroes helped feed Britain by sailing there with fish; they sailed under the new Faroese flag, which the British officially recognised. There had been a strong movement for independence for many years and in 1946 a referendum was held and the majority chose independence. This caused concern in Denmark and the Danish government dissolved the Parliament. A new Parliament was elected in which there was not a majority for independence. In 1948 the Danish Parliament passed the Home Rule Act making Faroes a self-governing state inside the Danish Kingdom. The Act recognised the Faroese flag and the Faroese language. In recent times, the number of people wanting independence for their nation has increased considerably and in 1998 the Parliamentary elections resulted in a coalition taking power whose main promise was to set in motion a process towards full sovereignty. That process is now underway.

4. History Of The Faroe Islands HISTORY OF THE FAROES. The l oslashgting. Later The Faroe Islands passed underthe crown of Norway which came into a union with Denmark in 1830. http://www.tess.dk/tessfaer/historie.htm

HISTORY OF THE FAROES The faroese decend back to goes back to 800 ad. where Norwegian settlers replaced an Irish settelment. They established an assembly called the Althing The 19th century saw the emergence of a Farose national movement that sought to protect the Farose language and culture against a growing Dansih influence. And in the 40ties the dream of the national movement came partly true when the islands became virtually selfgoverning. In 1940 Denmark was occupied by Germany, at the same time British forces landed on Faroese soil. Because of the war, all ties between Denmark and The Faeroese were cut off. After the war it was unthinkable to go to the former country status. After a referendum in 1946 a mere majority of the population voted for independence. But the following negotiatings with the Danes resulted in the so-called Home Rule Act which gives The Faroe Islands independence in internal matters.

5. SCOUTING IN ALBANIA History of Scouting and current status of national Scouting organizations. http://n2zgu.50megs.com/FARO.htm

Free web page hosting :: 50megs.com SCOUTING IN FAROE ISLANDS KFUM SKOTARNIR I FOROYUM YMCA SCOUTS OF THE FAROE ISLANDS FOROYA SKOTASAMBAND FAROES SCOUT ASSOCIATION In the Faroe Islands, there are 4 Scout Associations. They work under the same basic rules, but they do have their own specialties. FOROYA SKOTASAMBAND THE YELLOW SCOUTS The organization was founded in 1926. There are 4 Scout groups in the country. The groups are not connected to any religious organizations and have both girls and boys as members. The uniform is a yellow shirt. There are just under 300 members. FH-SKOTARIR THE SALVATION ARMY SCOUTS The FH-Scouts were founded in 1939. There is only one small group in the country. The group is connected to the Salvation Army. There are only girl members. The uniform is a gray shirt. In 1994, there were 24 members throughout the country. FOROYA KFUK SKOTAR THE FAROESE YWCA SCOUTS The Girl Scouts were founded in 1928. There are 6 groups in the country. The gfroups are connected to the Lutheran Church. In most places, there are only female members. The uniform is a green shirt. In 1994, there were 269 members. KFUM SKOTARNIR I FOROYUM THE FAROESE YMCA SCOUTS The Boy Scouts were founded in 1939. There are 14 groups in the country. The organization is connected to the Lutheran Church. The uniform is a green shirt and members are both male and female. In 1994, there were 998 members in the country.

6. ZUJI faroe islands history, St Brendan and his monks sailed past a coupleof islands in the 6th century that they named the Island of http://www.zuji.com.au/dest/guide/0,1277,ZUJIAU|15513|3883|1,00.html

About ZUJI Travel Resource Links Travel Resources Home Research a Destination Convert Currency Check Weather Check Visa Requirements Buy Travel Insurance Flight Arrival/Departure Info Book a Flight Find a Hotel Hire a Car Log-in Log-out Become a Member Site Map Travel Resources Home Destination Guides Travel Tools Regional Guide Introduction Fast Facts Best Time to Visit Money ... History Useful Travel Tools Check Weather Convert Currency Check Visa Requirements Flight Arrival/Departure Information ... Europe : Faroe Islands Faroe Islands History St Brendan and his monks sailed past a couple of islands in the 6th century that they named the Island of Sheep and the Paradise of Birds, and modern day historians have speculated that both islands were in the Faroes. The Paradise of Birds may well have been Mykines, the Faroes' westernmost island with an unusually dense bird population. The first human settlers were Irish monks, who did not arrive till late in the 6th century. They were no doubt seeking pagans whose souls they could save, or places where they could leave peaceful lives of devotion. Little information remains about their stay, but it's likely that the herds of sheep that the Norse found there in the 9th century originated from hardy stock the Irish brought with them. Like those who settled Iceland, the first Norse to arrive in the Faroes were simple farmers and pastoralists looking for a peaceful place free of the ravages of pirates and tyrants on the mainland. According to the F¦ringa Saga , written in Iceland during the 13th century, the Faroes converted to Christianity around 1000 and became a constitutional part of the Kingdom of Norway in 1035. Norway was formally joined to the Kingdom of Denmark in 1380, and the Faroes adopted a Danish system of law and justice. From very early on, the government of the Faroes lay in the

7. The Faroese Flag Forage through this guide to the stamps of Denmark's faroe islands. Read about the postal history of the tiny islands, or view images of items. faroe islands Postal history. These web pages present selected items of faroe islands postal history illustrating its http://www.framtak.com/cartoons/flag_info.html

in the Faroe Islands Contents Faroe Islands Book Shop Language Service Shopping ... Puffin Cartoons FAROE ISLANDS The Faroese flag The Faroe Islands were one of the last territories on the planet to be discovered and populated. The first settlers are said to have been Irish monks who arrived in the year 700 and something, there are no signs of people having lived here before that so the birds had it to themselves. Norsemen arrived in the early 800's. For the first 200 years or so Faroes was a free country but it then came under foreign power - first Norway and then Denmark. During the Second World War, when the Germans occupied Denmark, Faroes helped feed Britain by sailing there with fish; they sailed under the new Faroese flag, which the British officially recognised. There had been a strong movement for independence for many years and in 1946 a referendum was held and the majority chose independence. This caused concern in Denmark and the Danish government dissolved the Parliament. A new Parliament was elected in which there was not a majority for independence. In 1948 the Danish Parliament passed the Home Rule Act making Faroes a self-governing state inside the Danish Kingdom. The Act recognised the Faroese flag and the Faroese language. In recent times, the number of people wanting independence for their nation has increased considerably and in 1998 the Parliamentary elections resulted in a coalition taking power whose main promise was to set in motion a process towards full sovereignty. That process is now underway.

8. Faroe Islands Tourist Guide 2003 Furnishes a tourist guide to the faroe islands which includes island facts, history, and a guide to accommodations, entertainment, and leisure activities. Welcome to the faroe islands Tourist Guide 2003 Home. Facts. islands. history. Language. Landscape outfit of any visitor to the faroe islands. Sunglasses are needed when the http://www.faroeislands.com/

Updated: Welcome to the Faroe Islands Tourist Guide 2003... Home Facts Islands History ... Links USEFUL LINKS Tourist Board Weather Atlantic Airways Smyril Line ... Exchange Rates BIRDWATCHERS PARADISE Binoculars and sunglasses should be part of the outfit of any visitor to the Faroe Islands. Sunglasses are needed when the brilliant sun bursts forth from the clouds; binoculars to enjoy the brilliant spectacle of birds soaring along the sea cliffs. During the long days of summer, the many cliffs on the northern and western coasts of the islands teem with huge flocks of birds. Cold arctic currents merge with the warm Gulf Stream in the waters off the Faroes, resulting in a particularly rich food environment for the nesting birds. (More) In 2000 it was 100 years since the birth of William Heinesen, the world-famous Faroese author (More) THE ISLANDS Take a deep breath! Fill your lungs! Let them open all their folds and leaves and cavities... (More) ANGLING I have gone fishing in Alaska for king salmon, on the Kamchatka peninsula in eastern Russia... (More) Click above to check out the weather on Faroe Islands...

9. Faroe Islands' History (the S.c.nordic FAQ) faroe islands' history. 3.6.3 history. ca.600 ? Celtic settlers (Irishmonks) make it to the faroes. ca.900 The faroe islands are http://www.lysator.liu.se/nordic/scn/faq363.html

The home pages for the Usenet newsgroup soc.culture.nordic [ This page was initially edited in a version suitable to get printed [ Check if Lysator's faster www-server is up and running? ] Denmark Faroe Islands' history 3.6.3 History ca.600 ? Celtic settlers (Irish monks) make it to the Faroes. ca.900 The Faroe Islands are colonized by Norwegian settlers. The Faroe Islands become a Norwegian dependency. Along with Norway, the Faroes become united with Denmark. The Faroes become (technically) a part of Zealand, Denmark. When Denmark cedes Norway in the peace treaty of Kiel, the Faroes remain with Denmark. The independence movement starts. 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. The Faroe Islands are granted autonomy within the Danish Kingdom. When Denmark joins the European Community (EC) the Faroe Islands choose to stay outside the EC. Good prospects in the fishing industry lead the Faroes to invest large sums in infrastructure to prevent depopulation of small villages.

10. Postal History Intro faroe islands Postal history. "The faroe islands, situated in the North Atlantic Ocean, are a selfgoverning part of the http://www.faroestampsite.com/posthist.htm

Faroe Islands Postal History The Faroe Islands, situated in the North Atlantic Ocean, are a self-governing part of the kingdom of Denmark and comprise 18 separate islands with a total area of 540 square miles. In 1975 the population of the Faroes was 40,000 persons - most of whom were resident in the capital, Thorshavn. The first post office was established in Thorshavn in 1870. Subsidiary post offices were opened in Trangisvaag and Klaksvig in 1887 and 1888 respectively. Local, or minor subsidiary post offices were established from 1903. In 1880 the Thorshavn post office processed 2111 letters, by the turn of the century, the Faroes post offices were handling 35,000 pieces of mail per year. During the period covered by these web pages, as a part of Denmark, the Faroes used Danish stamps and relied on the mainland for their supply as well as for other related materials, such as cancellation devices. At certain periods, the supplies from Denmark were disrupted and temporary emergency measures adopted to maintain postal services. Major factors in the development of the Faroes postal service were, first, the remoteness of the Islands; second, the topography; third, the population growth; and finally, dependence upon Denmark. These web pages present selected items of the Faroes postal history illustrating its reliance upon the mainland through: (a) use of Danish stamps and other materials, and (b) provisional issues when the former were not available. The development of the intra-Faroes postal service is illustrated by reference to the cancellation devices, many examples of which can only be found on loose stamps or on piece, used in the various post offices.

11. The Faroe Islands: Faroese History - A Part Of Randburg It is a very disputed question who the people were that first settled the faroe islands and when they did so. Click over to Randburg, the home of global commerce. was probably the most severe catastrophe in the history of the faroe islands, since now the annual rents from half of http://www.randburg.com/fa/general/general_5.html

Search Randburg - Search Iceland Faroese History It is a very disputed question who the people were that first settled the Faroe Islands and when they did so. Studies made by natural scientists and tales of travels by seafaring Irish friars have led scholars to believe that the Faroe Islands were populated by middle of the 7th century AD. There is no agreement on this matter, however, and the belief is not supported by archaeological findings. On the other hand, the Norwegian colonization during the Viking Age is well documented. Throughout the Viking Age (approx. 800-1050 AD), large-scale emigration from Norway led to the establishment of Norse agricultural societies, partly in areas populated by Celtic peoples bordering the Irish Sea and on the islands off Scotland's western and northern coasts, and partly in uninhabited areas in the North Atlantic. Contact between the areas of Norse settlement was strong and one of its results was to introduce a number of Celtic cultural elements into the otherwise purely Norse Faroese culture. The Norse Vikings in the Faroe Islands built scattered farms of Norwegian design around the country. From these, people farmed the land, reared cattle and sheep, hunted birds, caught fish and gathered food. To a large extent they did so on a subsistence basis, but Faroese farms have never been entirely self-sufficient. Important goods like timber, iron and other metals, limestone and tools, as well as luxuries, had to be imported. Thus goods were produced for export in return, such as wool, wadmal, tallow, fish oil, stockfish and feathers and down.

12. The Natural History Museum The Natural history Museum The Natural history Museum was founded in 1955. Its object is to collect, preserve, and display items which illustrate the natural environment of the faroe islands. has made a special study of the history of vegetation in the faroe islands. There is a garden of faroese plants http://www.sleipnir.fo/musnat.htm

The Natural History Museum The Natural History Museum was founded in 1955. Its object is to collect, preserve, and display items which illustrate the natural environment of the Faroe Islands. The work of making new exhibitions and improving the old ones goes on continuously. The exhibitions are housed in two buildings. Research plays an important part in the work. The museum is divided into three departments: The Geology Department, The Zoology Department, and the Botany Department. Nine people are employed at the museum. The Geology Department The Geology Department is responsible for all general matters concerning geology. Geological mapping both at sea and ashore has been an important part of the work. When the land mapping of the Faroes was completed in the 1960s, a study of the sea-bed was started. In 1980-81 two deep-drillings were carried out, 660 and 2178 m deep. In 1992 the Faroe Islands gained legislative authority over, and the right to manage, the natural resources in the Faroese continental shelf. The authorities have since decided to initiate exploration for oil and gas. The Geology Department plays an important role in this project. The Geology Department cooperates closely with the Geological Survey of Denmark.

13. Faroe Islands Books And Guides: Find Travel Information, History And More University of the faroe islands. The University founded in 1965 - is an independent institution whose of faroese, the Department of history and Social Sciences, and the Department http://www.worldrover.com/guides/faroe_islands_guide.htm

Faroe Islands Books and Travel Guides Half.com Readers are invited to explore the world's last great northern wilderness with the most comprehensive guide to the regionand the only guide to feature the Faroe Islands. The book includes trekking routes through volcano landscapes, spectacular glaciers and thermal springs, and a language section covering Icelandic, Greenlandic, and Faroese. color. 85 maps. Click Here for More Info The Far Islands and Other Cold Places : Travel Essays of a Victorian Lady Elizabeth Taylor, one of those indomitable Victorian women who hiked their skirts and explored where even tough moderns would pause, faced the wilds of northern Canada and of the Faroe Islands. The miserable weather etched the inhabitants but didn't faze our guide. Click Here for More Info Search: All Products Books Popular Music Classical Music Video Toys Consumer Electronics Keywords: home guides history stats ... embassies

14. Faroe Islands Study Circle A group formed in 1991 to bring together collectors of faroe islands' postage stamps, postmarks and postal history. Features information on membership, members online, library, publications links to faroese philatelic web pages. http://www.faroeislandssc.org.uk/

F aroe I slands S tudy C ircle About The Faroe Islands How to Join Members Online The Library List ... Publications, journal FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Faroese stamps Faroese postal history Links to Faroese web pages De Ja Scan The Faroe Islands Study Circle was formed in 1991. It was established to bring together collectors of Faroe Islands' postage stamps, postmarks, postal history and so on. It allows collectors to share information about their interests. Many of the Study Circle's members also have a more general interest in the Faroe Islands - their geography, history, flora and fauna, transportation, etc and the Study Circle endeavours to cater for these wider interests too. The Study Circle has a geographically widespread membership. There are now members in many countries. The Study Circle's magazine (called "238") and the Secretary's Newsletter is sent to members on a six-monthly basis. A well stocked library allows books about the Faroes to be available for loan by post. The Study Circle also operates an exchange packet scheme (within the UK only) and postal auctions. Meetings are arranged when opportunity permits. Regional meetings - as well as individual contacts for members living within relatively close proximity - are encouraged. Visits to the Faroes were arranged by the Study Circle in 1993 and 1996. The Study Circle has an organising committee. All committee members are elected by the membership and serve for two-year periods.

15. Jeff's Stamp Page Postage stamps and postal history of the faroe islands.Category Recreation Collecting Stamps Topical Collecting Regional...... faroe islands Postal history. faroe islands Postal history These webpages present selected items of faroe islands postal history http://www.faroestampsite.com/

Welcome SiteMap Late Breaking News Faroe Islands Stamps ... Whats New - The latest addition to Jeff's Stamp Page. 4 November 2001 Welcome Gives an overview and the purpose of the website Modern Faroe Islands Stamps Selections of Modern Faroe Islands stamps that will give the viewer a taste of current island life and an appreciation of its modern postage stamps. Faroe Islands Postal History These web pages present selected items of Faroe Islands postal history illustrating its reliance upon the mainland through: (a) use of Danish stamps and other materials, and (b) provisional issues when the former were not available. Awards This page illustrates some of the awards won by this collection. Philatelic Links Links to other pages with Faroe Islands stamps or postal history, and links with other Scandinavian material worth viewing. Links to several philatelic societies and postal administrations are also provided. Contemporary Coasters Jeff's company specializing in selling Computer CD-ROM coasters to the public. See the page, order a few for your home and/or business. Late Breaking News News about Faroe Islands stamps or any other events I just find interesting or relevant Plate Number Coils Why would any person be interested in little numbers on the bottom of only some United States stamps? Visit this page and find the answer.

16. Lonely Planet World Guide | Destination Denmark | History history. broke its political ties with Denmark in the early 19th century, the formerNorwegian colonies of Iceland, Greenland and the faroe islands stayed under http://www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations/europe/denmark/history.htm

home search help worldguide ... Related Weblinks Denmark History Nomadic hunters followed the lichen and moss-eating reindeer into post-glacial Denmark. The reindeer heard 'go north' voices, but Stone Age Danes stayed put, sowing seeds in the ash of slash-and-burn fields, fencing in stock animals and burying their dead vertically. Skill and artistry flowered in the Bronze Age from 1800 BC, trade routes paddled all the way south and the most beautiful made-by-Danes products were buried in bogs for sacrificial safe-keeping. Iron clanged in from 500 BC and was domestically available, leading to the development of large agricultural communities. Present-day Denmark can trace its linguistic and cultural roots back to when the region was settled by the Danes, a tribe that is thought to have migrated south from Sweden around 500 AD. In the late 9th century, warriors led by the Norwegian Viking chieftain Hardegon conquered the Jutland peninsula. The Danish monarchy, which claims to be the world's oldest, dates back to Hardegon's son, Gorm the Old, (Danish mums had a few problems naming their children), who established his reign early in the 10th century. Gorm's son, Harald Bluetooth, completed the conquest of the Danes, speeding their conversion to Christianity. Bluetooth's gob-stopping successors, Forkbeard and sons got the wood on England, setting up shop and throne and living the sweet life of Anglo-Dane monarchs. They kept it together for half a century or so, but as Viking power waned, the borders of the Danish kingdom shrank back to Denmark.

17. Faroe Islands Tourist Board Short history from the faroe islands Tourist Board.Category Science Social Sciences IndoEuropean Germanic faroese...... The early Viking history of the faroe islands is recorded in a vast compendiumof Viking sagas transcribed in Iceland during the Middle Ages. http://www.tourist.fo/gb/tourism/themes/theme3/theme_3.htm

Language History of the Faroes by Michael Paul Reveal The early Viking history of the Faroe Islands is recorded in a vast compendium of Viking sagas transcribed in Iceland during the Middle Ages. It is perhaps more a mixture of legend, myth and historical fact than a true historical document. Nevertheless, the famous opening line of the Faroese Saga declares quite simply: "There was a man, Grím Kamban, who first settled in the Faroes." Most historians now believe Grím Kamban arrived in the Faroes to settle on Eysturoy around 825 AD. The name, Grím Kamban, however, is considered Celtic in origin, not Norse. Some historians believe that the early Viking settler, Grím Kamban, did not arrive in the Faroes directly from Norway, but came via the Hebrides or Ireland. Others feel he must have come from the Isle of Man, which by the mid-ninth century supported a rather wealthy and well-settled Norse-Celtic community. By this time Viking warrior-settlers had ventured from Western Norway to Normandy and the British Isles, on to the Faroes and Iceland, and later further on to Greenland, and some would claim, to America some 500 years before Columbus sailed westward into the unknown. The Viking culture that was spread throughout the North Atlantic region in those days was fairly uniform and the linguistic differences were small. Over the decades, however, the distant lands became more and more isolated and Old Norse began to split up into more and more dialects and, in the case of some areas, to die out altogether. Folks in Iceland claim Icelandic is the closest to Old Norse, but Faroe Islanders claim an equally close connection.

18. Faroe Islands Tourist Guide 2003 The faroe Islanders quickly earned the reputation of being for oil production inthe seas around the islands. Yet vestiges of the ancient history are evident http://www.faroeislands.com/UK/History.html

Updated: Welcome to the Faroe Islands Tourist Guide 2003... Home Facts Islands History ... Links USEFUL LINKS Tourist Board Weather Atlantic Airways Smyril Line ... Exchange Rates THE HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE For millions of years the Faroe Islands stood alone in the heart of the North Atlantic. The first settlers may have been Irish monks, probably in the middle of the seventh century, seeking a tranquil refuge in these remote islands. What is better known and well documented, is the Norwegian colonization, beginning about a hundred years later and developing throughout the Viking Age, making the Faroes a central part of the Viking settlements along the coasts of the North Atlantic and the Irish Sea. Later the Norwegian crown came under the Danish monarchy, and with the Reformation, the independent Faroese bishopric was abolished and its properties taken over by the Crown. During the Middle Ages, the Faroe Islands were greatly influenced by the North Sea countries, especially through the Hanseatic merchants in Bergen. With the Reformation the Danish king increased his control of the trade and established a trade monopoly, operated by different merchants and companies, but from 1709 taken over by the king himself through the Royal Trade Monopoly. In 1856, the Royal Danish Monopoly ended and soon enterprising Faroese businessmen were exploring new connections with the outside world. In 1872, an old English sailing smack, named the Fox, was purchased for deep sea fishing far from the Faroese shore. The Faroe Islanders quickly earned the reputation of being among the best sailors and fishermen in the world. The fishing industry grew until it became the main source of income for the islands.

19. Faroe Islands , specifications, and history....... http://flagspot.net/flags/fo.html

Faroe Islands Last modified: by edward mooney jr. Keywords: cross scandinavian cross faroe europe Links: FOTW homepage search write us mirrors by Mark Sensen,1995-NOV-27 Description of the flag History of the flag See also: Denmark Norway Iceland Description of the flag The flag of the Faroe Islands is a red Scandinavian cross, fimbriated blue. Mark Sensen The horizontal dimensions of the flag are 6:1:2:1:12, the vertical ones 6:1:2:1:6. Mark Sensen About dimensions in Scandinavian flags by Edward Mooney, Jr. Scandinavian crosses are measured by the width of the color, as shown in the diagram above. In the case of the Faroe Islands, horizontally there are 6 units of white, 1 unit of blue, 2 units of red, 1 unit of blue, and 12 units of white. Vertically the flag has 6 units of white, 1 unit of blue, 2 units of red, 1 unit of blue and 6 units of white. See also: Denmark Iceland Finland Norway ... Sweden Edward Mooney, Jr. History of the flag The flag of the Faroes was first made by Faroese students in Copenhagen and later brought to the Faroes where it was first hoisted 22 June 1919. About a decade, in 1931, later it came into common but unofficial use. When Denmark was occupied by German forces in April 1940, British troops took the islands and a need to distinguish the ships of the Faroes from those of occupied Denmark occurred. On 25 April 1940 British authorities approved the flag as the ensign of the Faroes. With the Home Rule Act of 23 March 1948 the flag was finally recognized as the national flag of the Faroes. 25 April has been made Flag Day. The flag carries the name

20. FsfUK University of the faroe islands. There are three departments the Department of faroese,the Department of history and Social Sciences, and the Department of http://www.sleipnir.fo/unifar.htm

University of the Faroe Islands The University - founded in 1965 - is an independent institution whose purpose is to carry out scholarly research and to provide advanced education. The costs of the University are paid out of public funds, after their approval in the Faroese Government budget. The University is governed by the Rector together with the University Council and the main departmental councils. A liaison committee maintains contact with the Faroese Government. The University Office is responsible for the day to day management. There are three departments: the Department of Faroese, the Department of History and Social Sciences, and the Department of Natural Sciences, all of which carry out research and give advanced instruction. The University also arranges courses, lectures etc. for the general public. The Faroese Language Advisory Office (Málstovan) is housed at the University. This office gives institutions and the general public advice and information concerning the Faroese language. The University has cooperation agreements with other universities, which also cover the continuation of studies, and "Nordplus" makes it possible for the universities to exchange teachers and students.

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