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There are several key events in the history of Oyón-Oion that are represented in the town's coat of arms. These are:
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The long period during which Oyón-Oion was a dependency of the town of Laguardia, under the reign of the Kings of Navarre (923-1461).
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The even longer period during which Oyón-Oion was a dependency of the Bishopric of Pamplona - or Nájera -(923-1862).
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In the 1366 census of towns in Navarre, it appears as a dependency of the town of Laguardia.
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As part of the Municipality of Laguardia, Oyón-Oion joined the Brotherhood of Alava en 1486.
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In 1633, the town was granted royal privilege by Felipe IV, achieving independence from Laguardia and becoming a Villa (free town).
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It was a major landmark on the first Pilgrims' Way to Santiago de Compostela, at least until 1095. |
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By Decision of the Basque Government of 20 January 1992, the town's official name became OYÓN-OION.
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