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Bayeux Tapestry loan sparks tug of war in England
The unique document's upcoming stint at the British Museum has been questioned by UK MP and history presenter Dan Snow.1 year ago — News -
Fascinating Viking Age discoveries: The Lewis chessmen hoard
When people in Viking societies were not raiding, trading, or colonizing vast swathes of the Western hemisphere, they often enjoyed a good old-fashioned game of chess.3 years ago — History -
What are the most special Viking artifacts still preserved?
The last Viking longship set sail almost a millennium ago, meaning that artifacts and treasures from this period of time are rare and valuable. However, a few precious artifacts, from Viking societies, in the early medieval period in the North Atlantic world, remain.3 years ago — History