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The life cycle of a Viking ship: Repair, reuse, and recycling
People from Viking societies knew a thing or two about sustainable production. Amongst their most prized possessions were ships that were built, used, repaired, and adapted multiple times.4 months ago — Culture and religion -
The ordinary Viking sailor: Skills, risks, and pay
People from Viking societies are rightly championed as some of the most impressive and skilled seafarers ever to have taken to the high seas. Whilst Viking warriors leaping off longships may get all the historical spotlight, the majority aboard were skilled sailors first and foremost.1 year ago — History -
Draken Harald Hårfagre seeks crew for new Viking expedition
The Draken Harald Hårfagre ship is looking for able seafarers and daring volunteers for the trip of a lifetime.1 year ago — News -
The longship as a cultural icon: How ships defined Viking identity
How did the preeminent piece of early medieval naval technology become intertwined with Viking identity both in the past and present?1 year ago — Culture and religion
