16th century in Norway
overview of Norway-related events during the 16th century
Events from the 16th century in Norway.
Significant events
1501–1509
1501
August – Alvsson's rebellion starts.
Knut Alvsson led Swedish forces in an attack on Båhus Fortress.
The rebels led by Nils Ravaldsson succeed in occupying Marstrand and Sarpsborg.
1502
Alvsson's rebellion:
March – Knut Alvsson succeeds in occupying Akershus Fortress and Tønsberg Fortress.
July–August – Henrich Krummedige recaptures Tønsberg Fortress and lays siege to Akershus Fortress.
18 August – Knut Alvsson and men loyal to him are murdered during a parley with Henrich Krummedige.
Olsborg Castle is constructed by Nils Ravaldsson.
The Krummedige-Tre Rosor feud ends.
1503
Alvsson's rebellion
The Tønsberg Fortress was destroyed by rebels.
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