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5 key Viking settlements outside Scandinavia
From Dublin to Novgorod, Viking settlements played a key role in shaping the early medieval world.1 year ago — History -
5 Irish towns (probably) founded by the Vikings
The Norse invaders are believed to have been instrumental in the foundation and development of some of Ireland's biggest towns and cities.1 year ago — History -
Where can you still see Viking fortresses today?
There are still remnants of Viking strongholds scattered across Northern Europe today. We look at some of the most impressive.1 year ago — History -
Book review: Thralldom - A History of Slavery in the Viking Age by Stefan Brink
The hierarchical nature of Viking societies and the backbone of their economy were underpinned by slavery and the trade in human flesh. Stefan Brink offers up a new analysis of human bondage, by and for Vikings, offering fresh insights into this little-studied, sordid dark corner of Viking history.2 years ago — Reviews
