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Law and oar-der: How did Viking societies keep order, resolve disputes, and administer justice?
Though Vikings may have been violent and rapacious fighters and raiders, the societies that produced these feared early medieval warriors were, surprisingly, full of justice, law, and order. We delve into how the judicial, legal, and governance systems of Viking societies operated.1 year ago — Culture and religion -
The importance of oral culture in the Viking Age
Oral culture has been called the lifeblood of Viking societies. It served as the primary mode of communication and helped to transmit knowledge, ideas, culture, and history in an era (c. 750 – 1100) when the spoken word was king and the written word was a rarity.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Was the oldest continuous parliament in the world founded by the Vikings?
How the Vikings founded Tynwald Hill and helped shape the Isle of Man's democracy.3 years ago — News
