Jens Heinrich – Trap Greenland

Jens Heinrich

(b. 1973) Ph.D. and MA. Head of Greenland Representation in Copenhagen.

Home Rule (1979‑2008)

by Jens Heinrich, Vivi Noahsen, Einar Lund Jensen

The introduction of Greenland’s Home Rule on 1 May 1979 meant a transfer of competences and responsibilities from Denmark to Greenland. This was in line with ...

The war years and subsequent decolonisation

by Jens Heinrich, Vivi Noahsen, Einar Lund Jensen

With the onset of World War II, Greenland became part of the United States’ sphere of interest and several military facilities were established in the country...