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Viking seafaring in the 21st century: Greer Jarrett's experimental voyages
British-born archeologist Greer Jarrett has sailed thousands of miles in clinker-built boats as he strives to understand the true path of Viking Age seafarers. In this in-depth interview, he shares his discoveries with The Viking Herald.1 year ago — News -
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 -
All you need to know about the Drakkar Viking longship
The flagship of a Viking fleet, the Drakkar was an ominous sign for communities facing incoming plunder, pillage, and pain in early medieval Europe.1 year ago — Culture and religion -
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 -
Fishing through the Viking Age, a tale of survival, economy, and culture
It is hard to overstate how vital fish was to people in Viking societies. Their cultural ancestors from Scandinavia and the Baltic countries have such an intrinsic affinity for fish that it goes beyond being a mere salty snack - it contributes significantly to their economies and cultural cache.3 years ago — Culture and religion
