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The myth of horned Viking helmets
Despite the frequent representations in movies and games, experts don't believe that Vikings warriors wore horned helmets.1 year ago — Modern popular culture -
Modern Vikings: Reenacting Viking activities to engage with the past
A lot of people worldwide are interested in Viking history. Sometimes, this interest can grow into a hobby - and Viking reenactment is one of the most popular ways to engage with Viking culture and history in real life.1 year ago — Modern popular culture -
Were Vikings really dirty and ultraviolent brutes?
Popular culture often tends to depict Vikings as dirty brutes - not doing the warriors of old justice.1 year ago — Modern popular culture -
What does the word 'Viking' really mean?
This article was written by Judith Jesch, Professor of Viking Studies at the University of Nottingham.1 year ago — Common misconceptions -
Start-up airline Norse Atlantic Airways reveals Viking-inspired branding
Headquartered in Norway, start-up airline Norse Atlantic Airways plans to launch flights in 2022. This month, they've unveiled their first routes, a new website, and official branding – which was inspired by the Vikings.1 year ago — Post-medieval perceptions -
The Minnesota Vikings: Behind the ancient Scandinavian name of an American football team
Vikings have left their mark on the modern world, still featuring prominently on TV, in movies, in books, video games, and – sports.1 year ago — Modern popular culture -
Did Vikings really roll their ships on loose logs between rivers and strips?
The image of Vikings transporting their ships between rivers or strips by rolling them on loose logs has become somewhat commonplace in popular culture and the collective imagination. However, is it actually true?1 year ago — Common misconceptions -
Assassin's Creed Discovery Tour: Viking Age launched and available now
Assassin's Creed Valhalla players just got a new way to explore the game's world. As of October 19, Discovery Tour: Viking Age launched as a free add-on for those who own the game, and as a standalone purchase on PC via Ubisoft Connect and the Epic Games Store.1 year ago — Modern popular culture -
Man hopes to create authentic Viking settlement on the Isle of Man: "I want to be a Viking full time"
Chriss Hall, an inhabitant of the Isle of Man, has applied to turn four acres of land in Sandygate into a Viking settlement, which people could visit to learn about the Norse history of the island.1 year ago — Modern popular culture
