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The life and afterlife of a Viking sword: Inheritance, burial, and memory
A prized object, a weapon of war, and a work of art, the lifespan of a Viking sword did not end after the death of its owner. We delve into the details of a Viking object heavy with emotional and symbolic weight.3 months ago — History -
Book review: Swords of the Viking Age by Ian G. Peirce and Ewart Oakeshott
No longer with us, scholars Ian G. Peirce and Ewart Oakeshott dedicated years of their life to this exhausting examination of blades, hilts, and pommels. Some two decades after its publication, The Viking Herald revisits a revered classic.3 years ago — Reviews
