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Viking artifacts: The mystery of the Uunartoq disc
In an era long before Google Maps, satellite navigation, or even the widespread use of maps, the Vikings navigated half the world over, from modern-day Canada to the Black Sea and everywhere in between.3 years ago — History -
Vikings fled Greenland partly due to rising sea levels, new study says
The mystery of the Norse disappearance in Greenland has baffled scientists for over a century.3 years ago — News -
Who was Bjarni Herjólfsson, the mysterious Viking explorer?
Several years before legendary Norse explorer Leif Erikson set foot on the coast of Canada, a merchant spied the same landscape from his ship. He was the first European to do so. His name was Bjarni Herjólfsson.3 years ago — History -
The rise and fall of the Norse settlements in Greenland
When Norse peoples established a settlement in Greenland in 986 CE, little did they know that they would leave a lasting cultural, historical, and political footprint - one that is still evident to this day.4 years ago — History
