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The Battle of Stamford Bridge: The last great Viking invasion of England
A battle so momentous that it was said to have ended an age. Not for the first time in 1066 CE, a fortuitous arrow helped decide the fate of a kingdom.5 months ago — Warfare -
The lost fleet: What happened to the Viking ships of Stamford Bridge?
In 1066 CE, Harald Hardrada landed in northern England with a fleet said to number 200–300 ships. Stamford Bridge killed the king and shattered the invasion force. The survivors fled back to their ships, but only a fraction of the fleet ever returned to Norway.7 months ago — History -
Why did the Vikings fail to create a lasting empire?
How did people from Viking societies not carve out an empire of their own following their early medieval outward expansion?10 months ago — History -
When did the Viking Age end?
The Viking Age is said to have ended with Harald Hardrada on a battlefield in northern England in 1066. Yet, the Vikings did not disappear overnight. We delve into some other options for when the Age of Vikings truly ceased.2 years ago — History -
The top 10 most powerful Viking rulers of all time
The Viking Herald examines the most powerful leaders of the Viking Age, from Ragnar and Rollo to Canute and Harald Fairhair.2 years ago — History -
Harald Hardrada and Olaf III: A royal father and son, warrior and peacemaker
Have you ever lived in someone's shadow? An older sibling or parent? Well, imagine you are the son of the most revered and fearsome Viking warrior of the early medieval period. How do you make your mark in history? By being the antithesis of everything your father was.2 years ago — History -
In the spotlight: Bayeux Tapestry Museum, France
An introduction to the Bayeux Museum in Normandy, France, where you can view a living fragment of Viking, French, and British history.2 years ago — News -
Viking bows and arrows: The silent killers of the North
Whilst many a Hollywood depiction of a Viking has them brandishing a sword or an axe, these fierce early medieval warriors were skillful in the use of a bow and arrow. A weapon of choice both on the battlefield and in the woods, a bow and arrow were a valuable part of any Viking arsenal.3 years ago — Warfare
