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Long after your last raid: Aging in the era of Vikings
In an era of societal instability, widespread violence, and Viking raids, growing old was certainly a different experience for people living throughout the Viking Age. We look at how Viking societies dealt with the process of aging and the elderly.4 weeks ago — Culture and religion -
The global appeal of Viking heritage in soft power politics
From the heights of shaping European events to being but mere – regional players, Scandinavian societies have – it would seem – taken a tumble down the tree of power over the past millennium or so.1 year ago — Legacy -
Hitting 1000: The Viking Herald celebrates!
This week, The Viking Herald celebrates a major milestone with the publication of its 1000th article. How did we reach this point? The answer lies with you.2 years ago — News -
Discovering Viking art: Exploring the Oseberg style
The earliest phase of Viking art, the Oseberg style, is named after a famous Viking ship uncovered in the early 20th century. Featuring elaborate and detailed animal motifs and intertwining patterns, it showcases the skilled and artistic side of Viking societies.2 years ago — History -
Hafnarfjörður Viking Festival opens to thousands of visitors in Iceland
Iceland's biggest Viking festival runs until 18 June and will see up to 30,000 people descend on the small town of Hafnarfjörður.2 years ago — News -
Viking runestones and the valuable lessons they teach us
Runestones serve as intriguing historical artifacts that offer insights into various aspects of Viking daily life, culture, and belief, from which we can glean several life lessons.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Braids, knots, and the legacy of Viking hairstyles
Whilst Hollywood depictions of Vikings often showcase them with swords and axes, people from Viking societies have left us with a surprising legacy related to hairstyles that continues to influence fashion trends today.2 years ago — Legacy -
Harald Bluetooth inspires this year's Festival of Slavs and Vikings at Wolin, Poland
What to look forward to at Wolin 2023, a Viking get-together at a mythic location on Poland's Northern seaboard.3 years ago — News -
Fishing through the Viking Age, a tale of survival, economy, and culture
It is hard to overstate how vital fish was to people in Viking societies. Their cultural ancestors from Scandinavia and the Baltic countries have such an intrinsic affinity for fish that it goes beyond being a mere salty snack - it contributes significantly to their economies and cultural cache.3 years ago — Culture and religion -
What type of jewelry did the Vikings wear?
History has often been unkind to the Vikings, painting them as nothing more than violent barbarians, intent on nothing more than a good murder, pillage, or plunder before an orgy of food, drink, and passion.4 years ago — Culture and religion
