Independence of Iceland
Icelandic voters sever all ties with Denmark
Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03
1944 in Iceland
Explore 5 historical events and records for Iceland in 1944.
Historical records for Iceland in 1944
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May
Referendum
Icelandic voters sever all ties with Denmark
June
Independence of Iceland
Iceland declares full independence from Denmark and becomes a republic
October
Bjorn Thordarson Government
The Bjorn Thordarson Government ends, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Iceland.
Second Olafur Thors Government
Begins the Second Olafur Thors Government and serves as Prime Minister of Iceland.
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