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How did Swedish Viking King Björn Ironside die?
Björn Ironside, the son of Ragnar Lothbrok, was a skilled military strategist and legendary Viking king. This is the story of his demise.23 hours ago — History -
Roskilde Viking Ship Museum offers English-language Easter tours
Sixty years after historic finds, Roskilde is still a major tourist attraction.2 days ago — News -
Opinion: How extremists and other thugs are soiling the Vikings' legacy
You would have thought that in today's age, where the entire combined knowledge of the world is available with a click, swipe, or a simple voice command, people would know their history a little better. Yet they don't.2 days ago — Legacy -
Did you know that chess was introduced to Norway in the late Viking Age?
For a country that spends almost half the year in seemingly bitter cold and darkness, it should be no surprise that indoor intellectual hobbies, like the game of chess, excel in Norway.3 days ago — History -
What you need to know about Norway's Viking king Sigurd Magnusson
Sigurd I set out on a spiritual, if lucrative, quest to the Holy land with 5,000 men and 60 longships.4 days ago — History -
Runriket: What you need to know about the Rune Kingdom in Sweden
Between the 4th and 13th centuries CE, thousands of runestones were raised in Viking societies throughout Northern Europe.5 days ago — History -
The Midgard Viking Center showcases Viking culture on a site of historical importance
As the Midgard Viking Center attracts more and more foreign visitors, its Viking Hall marks its tenth anniversary.1 week ago — Scandinavia -
The murder of a Norse god: Who killed Baldur?
The story of who killed Baldur, ripped from the Norse sagas, reveals that even before the "Nordic Noir" crime boom of the past two decades, Nordic peoples loved a good murder mystery...1 week ago — Culture and religion -
Who were the Earls of Lade, Norway's mighty kingmakers?
The Earls of Lade not only dominated the Northern trade route (from which Norway takes its name) but also were involved in the courtly politics of power and kingmaking.1 week ago — History
