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Hrólfr Kraki: The king behind one of the oldest Scandinavian legends
Regaled in early medieval literature and lore as the epitome of a warrior king, this semi-legendary monarch has a life shrouded in much mystery and myth. We uncover what can be said about Hrólfr Kraki, who later tradition treats as one of the earliest Scandinavian royal figures.7 months ago — Culture and religion -
Gerðr: An earth goddess at the edge of the Norse pantheon
Gerðr, a rather obscure earth goddess, speaks not only to the ancient agrarian traditions of Viking societies but also to their need for the powerful to have divine legitimacy.8 months ago — Culture and religion -
The Tåsinge die: A Danish link to the Sutton Hoo helmet
An exclusive interview with museum curator Peter Pentz, who has helped analyze this precious artifact.1 year ago — News -
Exploring some of the best movies about Norse mythology
While this list is far from complete, these movies capture the grit, wonder, and strangeness of Norse mythology, with gods, warriors, and even alien visitors stepping into Viking lore.1 year ago — Legacy -
Uncovering the mysteries of the Anglo-Saxon ship burial at Sutton Hoo
The town of Woodbridge, on the eastern coast of England, is not exactly the place you'd expect to find one of the greatest archaeological finds of the 20th century.2 years ago — History
