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Did the myth of Quetzalcoatl originate with a Norse trip to Mesoamerica during medieval times?
It is beyond a scientific doubt that the Vikings reached North America with a much-famed Viking settlement discovered in Newfoundland, Canada, over six decades ago. However, did they make it further south?10 months ago -
Why do some historians think the word "Viking" is misleading and outmoded?
There is an ongoing debate in academic circles about the term "Viking."1 year ago -
Did the Vikings really sacrifice humans?
Many pre-modern societies dotted throughout the world, from the Aztecs to the Celts, the Ancient Romans and Greeks, to the Dahomey Kingdom in West Africa and even the Indus Valley Civilization, all practiced the ritualized killing of humans.1 year ago