Oppland Regiment

The Oppland Regiment, a Norwegian infantry regiment, was formed in 1657 and stationed at Elverum. The area of population east of the river Leiret (literally the camp) adjacent to Christiansfjell Fortress was built up by the garrison and supporting merchants and craftsmen, who settled nearby.

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