Tag: Vikings
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Ginnungagap: The Void Before the Story of Ymir and Auðhumla
The Norse creation myth starts with a gap, fire and ice. It continues with a cow, a giant, and his sweat forming other giants.
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Viking Axes
Viking Axes are a part of the mythology of Vikings. Why did they choose axes over swords? There are some theories…
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Hune Longhouse: A Great Viking Find
Hune Longhouse is one of the largest Viking finds in the last decade. Archaeologists connect it to Bluetooth.
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Viking Cloth Money: How Viking Women Wove Wealth
Viking cloth money was regulated and standardized, but who was setting the standards to make sure the weaving could be done right?
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Lofotr: A Living Viking Museum
Lofotr is a living Viking Museum that more than one expert has recommended for Viking enthusiasts. Find out what it has to offer.
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The Viking Drinking Horn
Viking drinking horns were used to bind oaths, show prowess, and impress visitors. Drink a full measure with Asgard Alaska.
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How Did Vikings Get Their Names?
Eirik the Red. Harald Fairhair. Ivar the Boneless. Eirik Bloodaxe. Few people in history have been as good at names as the Vikings. A Viking name tied a child to…
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Viking Hospitality and Generosity
Viking hospitality and generosity were deeply ingrained in the culture. Hosts were to provide for visitors, who didn’t overstay the welcome.
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End of the Vikings: Battle of Stamford Bridge
The Battle of Stamford Bridge marks the end of the Viking era for many scholars. Harald Hardrada and Tostig vs. Harold II.
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How Do We Know? Vikings in Writing
How do we know about the Vikings and their way of life? Some of it comes from Vikings in writing, but the sources have limitations.
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Hedeby: Scandinavia’s Southernmost Town in the Viking Age
Hedeby, the southernmost town in Scandinavia during the Viking Age, was one of the most important Viking trade centers.
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Viking Attack on Lindisfarne
While not the first, the Viking attack on Lindisfarne was the one that would be remembered and start the Viking age.
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Bluetooth Takes Name from Viking King
How do we remember a Viking king in our everyday lives? Bluetooth unites devices like Harald I united Denmark and Norway.
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Viking Valley and Njardarheimr: Living Museum in Norway
Viking Valley and Njardarheimr in Gudvangen, Norway offer a glimpse of what Viking life may have been like in their village recreation.
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Viking Shields for Offense and Defense
Viking shields were used for offense and defense on the battlefield. They may have been used for decoration at home.
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The Impact of the Norse on Scottish Culture
The article explores some of the complex historical and cultural ties between Scotland and the Norse during the Viking Age.
