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The Herlaugshaugen ship burial in Norway: "A significant discovery"
A recent archeological excavation suggests a burial mound on the island of Leka contains a ship constructed 1,300 years ago.2 years ago — News -
Undying defiance: The Viking king who chose to be buried alive rather than submit
Striding like a colossus over early medieval Norwegian history is Harald Fairhair, the man who supposedly unified the various petty kingdoms into the medieval Kingdom of Norway. However, underlying his unification was a series of bloody battles and iron-willed ruthlessness.3 years ago — History -
Viking King Herlaug's burial mystery deepens with the discovery of ship's rivets
Mystery has long surrounded the burial mound of King Herlaug on the picturesque island of Leka in Central Norway. Recent discoveries seem to confirm a burial ship – and possibly a heritage longer than anyone initially thought.3 years ago — News
