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Berserker versus bushido: Could Viking warriors defeat Samurai?
In a brand-new series, we will look at how our favorite early medieval warriors would have shaped up against famous warriors from other cultures and eras. We first head to the Land of the Rising Sun to see how Vikings would have fared against Japan's world-famous warriors, the Samurai.5 months ago — Warfare -
"This is quite difficult": Investigating the Viking Age mass grave at Wandlebury
Cambridge University archeologist Dr. Oscar Aldred speaks to The Viking Herald about finding a burial pit full of bodies and how they might have got there.5 months ago — News -
Viking Age burial pit near Cambridge reveals evidence of cranial surgery
A mass burial on the outskirts of Cambridge, England, that held at least ten men of uncertain origin has revealed evidence of trepanation, a form of cranial surgery carried out during life.6 months ago — News -
Craft and trade on Coppergate Street in Viking Age York
A snapshot of the bustling mercantile nature of Viking York can be found by studying what lies beneath Coppergate Street in York, England.9 months ago — History -
What does archeology reveal about the Viking Great Army camps?
Thanks to the brilliant science of modern archeology, we are now more able than ever to get an insight into the camps used by the Viking armies that invaded Anglo-Saxon England during the 9th century and what they tell us about the warriors that used them.11 months ago — History -
5 myths about Vikings everyone got wrong
In an era where, sadly, truth has now turned subjective, the world is awash with disinformation and misinformation. This sad state of affairs has also impacted our modern depictions and conceptions of the Vikings.1 year ago — Legacy -
Inspiring Glastonbury project recreates Somerset's rich and tumultuous past
Avalon Archaeology in Somerset, Southwest England, takes inspiration from Roman occupations, Viking invasions, and the Oseberg ship burial.1 year ago — News -
The story of Æthelflæd: The Last Kingdom vs. real life
With a life story seemingly ripped straight from the pages of Anglo-Saxon legend and lore, the real-life story of Æthelflæd, Lady of the Mercians, is so much fuller of drama and excitement than anything Netflix offered up.2 years ago — Legacy -
Born of legend: The sons of Ragnar Lothbrok
The semi-legendary Viking ruler Ragnar Lothbrok not only graces the pages of the rich tapestry of Norse sagas but was also said to be responsible for a devastating attack on Paris in 845.2 years ago — History -
The top 10 most powerful Viking rulers of all time
The Viking Herald examines the most powerful leaders of the Viking Age, from Ragnar and Rollo to Canute and Harald Fairhair.2 years ago — History
