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Did Gudrid Thorbjarnardóttir, a Viking woman, set foot in the Americas 500 years before Columbus?
It is only in the past few years that historians have, with the help of scientific and archaeological evidence, finally agreed that it was the Vikings, and not Christopher Columbus, who were the first Europeans to set foot in the Americas.5 days ago -
Who was Harald Fairhair, the first King of Norway?
According to Icelandic sags, Harald Fairhair (Harald Hårfarge) is portrayed as the first King of Norway, the father of the modern Norwegian nation.6 days ago -
What happened when the Vikings laid siege to Paris?
One of the most important early Viking adventures, which made the rest of Europe take notice and tremble, was the infamous siege of Paris in 845 CE.1 week ago -
Who was the real Ragnar Lothbrok, one of the most famous Viking warriors?
One of the more interesting and celebrated warriors from the Viking Age is Ragnar Lothbrok.2 weeks ago -
Who was Olaf II Haraldsson, Norway’s famous Saint and King?
Olaf II Haraldson (also traditionally named Saint Olaf / Olave) was traditionally seen as the leading figure in the Christianization of Norway, posthumously crowned Rex Perpetuus Norvegiaee (Eternal King of Norway).3 weeks ago -
The Viking past of Ukraine: A short introduction
The world seems awash with news from Ukraine since the Russian invasion in February of 2022. The recent address to Norway’s parliament by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was full of historical links between Norway and Ukraine.3 weeks ago -
Was Ivar the Boneless a paraplegic?
There are different reasons why Ivar Ragnarsson, the Viking chieftain, had an unusual nickname, "Ivar the Boneless."1 month ago -
Who was Erik the Red, the famous Viking adventurer?
There are two stories about how Erik the Red got his nickname. According to the first, his hair and beard were of an intense ginger red nuance. According to the second story, he had a fiery temper.2 months ago
