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Bones with runic inscriptions found in Sweden
An excavation in Lund's Grynmalaren district has uncovered bone fragments with runic inscriptions, with several other finds from the Middle Ages also in the mix.7 months ago — News -
Evidence of Viking and medieval artifacts discovered under bus terminal in Lund, Sweden
Excavations in Lund have unearthed a number of striking finds, including a large farmstead, leather shoes, and even a well-preserved egg.8 months ago — News -
Västmanland excavations produce a series of stunning Viking Age finds in Sweden
Archeological work carried out prior to the building of a new motorway has revealed three fascinating sites.9 months ago — News -
Will archeologists in Birka finally reveal the site of Sweden's first church?
Opinion is divided on whether the area under investigation is the true site of Ansgar's Church.11 months ago — News -
Police continue to search for looters of Viking graves in Sweden
The crime has shocked archeologists working at the site and left local residents "distraught."1 year ago — News -
Sweden's largest burial mound raided by looters
More than 50 pits have been illegally dug at the historic site, with police already on the hunt for the perpetrators.1 year ago — News -
Beyond Birka: Viking sites around Lake Mälaren that shaped Swedish history
Lake Mälaren is seen as the cradle of the nascent Swedish state. Here, amongst the lake's surroundings, are some of the Scandinavian nation's most important economic, political, and religious sites of the early medieval period.1 year ago — History -
Styrbjörn the Strong: Viking chieftain or literary creation?
Whilst he may have been related to two early medieval kings of Sweden, Styrbjörn wasn't exactly a family man. He is said to have led a rebellion against his own family, ultimately falling in an act of betrayal.1 year ago — History
