Episode 3 of 3

First Meeting in Reykjavík

When
1 July 1845
Where
Reykjavík
Part of
Althing of Iceland reopened after 45 years

The restored Althing first convened in Reykjavík on 1 July 1845, following elections held in 1844.

The assembly finally met on 1 July 1845 in Reykjavík. This meeting followed elections held in 1844. The restored unicameral legislature began its operations in this year, marking the end of the suspension period that had lasted since 1799 or 1800.

Sources

  1. Althing Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-27
  2. Iceland Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-20

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