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Supposing the Vikings never sailed from Scandinavia
The Europe of today is, in part, hugely shaped by the cultural, social, political, and economic legacy that the Vikings left more than a millennium ago. However, what would Europe look like if those Scandinavia pirates never set foot on a longship?1 week ago — Legacy -
Why did the Vikings leave Scandinavia?
One of the more curious ongoing debates in Viking academia is trying to determine why so many peoples from Viking societies left Scandinavia to raid, trade, and colonize abroad.3 months ago — History -
How did the Vikings die out?
For a seafaring people that raided, traded, and settled everywhere from (what is now) Canada to Constantinople, their presence in historical records diminished after the 11th century. Whatever happened to the Vikings, and did they die out?5 months ago — History -
The effects of Viking raids persisted for centuries, new study claims
The Viking era in the Scandinavian region ended in the 12th century when royal forces successfully subdued and bound Viking leaders. On the other hand, a different scenario played out in the Eastern parts of the Baltic Sea and along several Russian rivers.7 months ago — News -
Vikings reached the Americas exactly one thousand years ago, new study claims
According to a new study of wooden artifacts, Vikings crossed the Atlantic Ocean and settled in Canada as early as 1021 AD.11 months ago — News -
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 — Legacy -
History of the Vikings: An introduction to the Scandinavian sailors of old
The ever-intriguing history of the Vikings is embedded in our world, which endless modern-day Viking books, shows, and movies attest to. Are you eager to learn more about these ancient Scandinavians and their past? Come along for the (longship) ride, and read on for a guide to Viking history.1 year ago — History -
The fascinating story of the Curmsun Disc, which references Viking King Harald Bluetooth
The Curmsun Disc is a golden disc with a diameter of 4,5 centimeters that weighs 25,23 grams.1 year ago — History -
Who were the dreaded Jomsvikings?
The Jomsvikings, residents of the legendary Viking stronghold of Jomsborg, were a mythical order of Viking mercenaries who supposedly lived in the 10th and 11th centuries.1 year ago — History -
Jomsborg: The mythical Viking stronghold
Jomsborg was a mythical Viking stronghold that supposedly existed at the southern coast of the Baltic Sea between the 960s and 1043.1 year ago — History
