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Did Viking warriors really paint their faces before battle?
Though Hollywood and streaming services would hate us for busting this myth, there is little historical evidence that Vikings painted their faces before bloody battles.1 year ago — Legacy -
From Gjermundbu to Kyiv: Exploring the five known Viking helmets
Despite Hollywood depictions of Vikings in battle, where every Viking is shown wearing a shiny helmet, archeological evidence of Viking helmets is quite scarce.2 years ago — Warfare -
New Viking exhibition opens in Norway with Carolingian and Sunndal swords
The exhibition at the NTNU University Museum in Trondheim presents thousands of never-before-seen Viking artifacts.2 years ago — News -
The Varangian Guard: Viking warriors protecting the Byzantine Empire
More than 20 runestones are dotted throughout the scenic Swedish countryside near the town of Täby. They tell the story of a Viking-era chief, Jarlabanke Ingefatsson, the head of a clan responsible for over 100 men in the surrounding region.2 years ago — Partner content -
Who was Sigurd Snake-In-The-Eye, the legendary son of Ragnar Lothbrok?
Surely, no one in Viking history has a cooler nickname than Sigurd Snake-In-The-Eye, the semi-legendary Danish king and warrior who was the son of Ragnar Lothbrok. Yet could this Viking with a badass nickname have any historical basis outside of the Norse sagas?2 years ago — History -
The backbone of Viking armies: Understanding the role of huscarls
Huscarls, elite warriors from Anglo-Saxon and Viking societies, showed steadfast loyalty and skill in protecting their nobles, often to the death. Their formidable reputation is thought to have inspired the formation of the Byzantine Empire's Varangian Guard.3 years ago — Warfare -
Everything you need to know about Freyja, the Norse goddess of war and love
War and love. Two contradictory states, right? Wrong. For people in Viking societies, these two concepts were embodied by Freyja, a multifaceted Norse goddess.3 years ago — Culture and religion -
Who was Eric Bloodaxe, the legendary Viking warrior?
Despite his fearsome reputation, surprisingly little is known about Eric Bloodaxe despite the fact he was a King of Norway as well as Northumbria and the supposed King of the Hebrides.3 years ago — History -
Top 5: Who were the most elite Viking warriors?
Viking warriors spread terror, fear, and bloodshed throughout most of Europe during the early medieval period. Their supposed appetite for violence was matched only by their thirst for loot and treasure.3 years ago — History
