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Did Viking warriors really paint their faces before battle?
Though Hollywood and streaming services would hate us for busting this myth, there is little historical evidence that Vikings painted their faces before bloody battles.1 year ago -
The saga of Björn Breiðvíkingakappi and his alleged voyage to Central America
Fans of alternative historical narratives and conspiracy theories often cite Björn Breiðvíkingakappi, a figure mentioned in the sagas, as evidence that Vikings reached Central America long before the conquistadors.2 years ago -
What did the Vikings really look like?
Whilst their Scandinavian ancestors may be typeset as all blonde-haired and blue-eyed, people in Viking societies had as much diversity in appearance as we had today. Recent scientific and archaeological evidence has uncovered some myth-busting aspects of what they really looked like.3 years ago -
Dupuytren’s contracture: What you need to know about the so-called Viking disease?
What sort of sickness was said to afflict Vikings more than any other? Cirrhosis of the liver from all that mead? Gout from all that feasting? Perhaps some sort of psychological trauma from all that raiding and ravaging?3 years ago -
Busting common Viking misconceptions: Part 2
There is simply no greater crime (in The Viking Herald's opinion) than history that is factually wrong, recorded poorly, or lazily reliant on stereotypes, clichés, or downright falsehoods.3 years ago -
Busting common Viking misconceptions: Part 1
What are the most common Viking misconceptions awash on the small and silver screen?4 years ago -
Let’s talk about stereotypes: Were the Vikings really all blonde-haired and Scandinavian?
Aside from the horned helmets, another common misconception about the Vikings is that they were all blonde, blue-eyed, and Scandinavian.4 years ago -
Did Vikings really "catch" and kill babies on the tips of their spears?
Tales of Viking cruelty are not rare – from the "blood eagle" execution method to disregard for war ethics. But did the Vikings really kill infants by throwing them in the air and "catching" them on the tips of their spears?4 years ago
