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The saga of Ingólfr Arnarson and the foundation of Iceland
It is not often that a nation can trace its ancestral roots back to one person. In Iceland, however, legend and lore suggest that Ingólfr Arnarson was the island nation's first permanent settler in about 874 CE. Behind his foundational role in establishing Iceland lies a dark and bloody secret.2 years ago — History -
The Gray Goose Laws: Iceland's ancient legal foundation
Before you ask, no, this has nothing to do with a popular vodka brand. The Gray Goose Laws were a collection of ancient laws established in Norway that were taken by Norse settlers to create the legal foundation of the Icelandic Commonwealth.2 years ago — Scandinavia