Vikings
Explore the mysterious ancient world of the Vikings. In this section we examine great Viking rulers, Vikings ships and navigation, battles, archaeological discoveries, Viking traditions and culture, mysterious ancient artifacts, powerful Viking symbols and the significance of Norse mythology in relation to ancient Vikings.
You will find here all you need to know about history of ancient Vikings.
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Archaeology
Jan Bartek - AncientPages.com - Norwegian and Irish archaeologists are investigating what may be Ireland's largest Viking Age settlement, likely established by Vikings from Norway. The excavation is
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Jan Bartek - AncientPages.com - A prominent Professor has questioned traditional views of Viking history, and his expertise in the field gives us good reason to pay attention
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Some individuals seem born to cause trouble, enjoying mischief in both our world and the world of myths. Norse legends are filled with
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Jan Bartek - AncientPages.com - The Anglo-Saxon plan was earnest and well-intentioned, yet the outcome did not align with what King Æthelred II had hoped for. The sacred
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Jarlshof is an ancient settlement located near Sumburgh Ness, at the southern tip of the Shetland Mainland in northern Scotland. It is one
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Jan Bartek - AncientPages.com - Two metal detector enthusiasts expected a quiet start to their season, but their plans changed when their detector began beeping continuously in a field
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Archaeology
Jan Bartek - AncientPages.com - In a quiet field in Quadring, UK, a small yet magnificent artifact lay patiently beneath the earth, waiting for the moment it would be
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Archaeologists never truly know what they will uncover when they excavate Viking graves, or any ancient tombs, for that matter and that is
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Jan Bartek - AncientPages.com - The discovery of rare, tiny Viking Age figurines made of bronze or silver across Scandinavia is truly remarkable and speaks volumes about the
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Odin, the Supreme God in Norse mythology, stands as a powerful symbol of more than just war. He embodies the persistent pursuit of
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Archaeology
Conny Waters - AncientPages.com - A burial pit discovered on the outskirts of Cambridge offers significant insight into a turbulent period in English history, possibly dating to when the
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Norse legends tell that the legendary Ynglings were descendants of the Norse gods and the oldest known Scandinavian Royal dynasty. In ancient times,
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Archaeological discoveries can play a significant role in either confirming or challenging myths and legends. For example, recent findings have led scientists to
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Conny Waters - AncientPages.com - The Vikings are commonly associated with raids and aggression, often seen as fearsome invaders across Europe. However, recent research reveals another side to their story.
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Jan Bartek - AncientPages.com - Ivar the Boneless, a renowned Viking leader and son of Ragnar Lodbrok, is celebrated for founding a Viking dynasty in Dublin and leading formidable
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - The settlement traces found at Kaupang in southern Norway represent the remains of one of the many seasonal market sites of the early
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Archaeology
Conny Waters - AncientPages.com - A metal detectorist in Norway has made a significant discovery that researchers are currently examining. While using a metal detector in Bjugn, Trøndelag
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Ancient Mysteries
Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - The mystery of Norumbega continues to captivate historians and archaeologists, as its true nature remains unsolved. Some experts argue that little remains to
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Jan Bartek - AncientPages.com - The strength of archaeology lies in filling gaps in history and confirming mythical events as authentic. One should be careful not to dismiss myths and
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Archaeology
Jan Bartek - AncientPages.com - During excavations at Øvre Eiker near Oslo, Norway, archaeologists uncovered an unusually large longhouse. What sets this building apart is its impressive width: it
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - In ancient Norse tradition, weapons were believed to possess magical qualities, and countless Scandinavian myths and legends revolve around gods, heroes, and their
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Over a thousand years ago, a Viking woman stood at the edge of the sea, her heart brimming with hope and dreams of
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Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com - He was a menace in life, and after death, he became the embodiment of terror. Those who dared approach his tomb rarely lived
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - We encounter Hervör in the Saga of Hervör and Heidrek, which originates from the thirteenth century and combines elements from several older sagas.
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Jan Bartek - AncientPages.com - A small figurine discovered in Eastern Norway provides the most detailed depiction yet of a Viking's hairstyle and distinctive beard from the era
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Ancient Mysteries
Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - According to intriguing old folklore, the mound is thought to be the resting place of a giantess from the Vendel period, which lasted
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Jan Bartek - AncientPages.com - Recent research on a fascinating Viking-Age silver hoard found in North Yorkshire has shed light on the extensive international reach of Viking wealth. The
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - In Viking society, kings were the most influential individuals, but having the highest social status was accompanied by specific responsibilities and requirements. Unlike
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Brothers and sisters can love or hate each other. Siblings can also be rivals, which was by no means uncommon in the ancient world.
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