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What was the role of slavery in Viking society?
The role of slavery was vital to the economic, political, and social functioning of Viking societies.3 days ago — History -
Mystery grave in Oslo gives up some of its secrets: "Skeletons could date to reign of Inge Krokrygg, King of Norway"
In 2020, the archaeologists at the Norwegian Institute for Cultural Heritage Research (NIKU) announced an exciting discovery in Oslo – an ancient grave containing three skeletons. Now, they have gathered additional information on the mystery grave.4 days ago — News -
Did Gudrid Thorbjarnardóttir, a Viking woman, set foot in the Americas 500 years before Columbus?
It is only in the past few years that historians have, with the help of scientific and archaeological evidence, finally agreed that it was the Vikings, and not Christopher Columbus, who were the first Europeans to set foot in the Americas.5 days ago — History -
New Viking ship replica launched in Roskilde gets interesting name
A new Viking ship replica was launched in Roskilde on May 7. The launch attracted a host of visitors, who got to see several traditional activities.6 days ago — News -
Who was Harald Fairhair, the first King of Norway?
According to Icelandic sags, Harald Fairhair (Harald Hårfarge) is portrayed as the first King of Norway, the father of the modern Norwegian nation.6 days ago — History -
What happened when the Vikings laid siege to Paris?
One of the most important early Viking adventures, which made the rest of Europe take notice and tremble, was the infamous siege of Paris in 845 CE.1 week ago — History -
Figurine found in Oslo turns out to be one of the earliest visual representations of falconry in Scandinavia
A small carved figure that was recently discovered during excavation work in Oslo depicts a person in robes and crown with a falcon on their arm. The find is among Scandinavia's earliest visual representations of falconry, and experts are excited.1 week ago — News -
Recently discovered Viking boat grave in Norway may hold remains of royals, archaeologists say
Scientists have discovered a Viking boat that likely holds the remains of royal members or other members of the elite, dating to between 500 and 1,000 years ago. The discovery was made near Kvinesdal in southwest Norway.1 week ago — News -
New Viking ship replica to be launched at the Roskilde Viking Ship Museum
On Saturday, May 7, 2022, the Viking Ship Museum in Roskilde will launch a brand new Viking ship replica.1 week ago — News
