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Dighton Rock: The rise and fall of Carl Rafn's Norse theory
A single rock in Massachusetts became the focus of a major 19th-century theory linking Viking explorers to North America.4 months ago — Legacy -
Scandinavians and Inuit in Greenland: 1,000 years of shared history
The Thule, Dorset, and Nordic cultures have all held sway over various parts of the the world's largest island.6 months ago — Scandinavia -
The Viking "discovery" and settlement of North America: A deep dive
Many thanks to one of our loyal Patreon fans, Bruce, who suggested this fascinating topic. It is only recently that we have conclusive evidence that some of the stories in the sagas of people from Viking societies in the New World were more than just tall tales and were historically accurate.1 year ago — History -
Groundbreaking Viking opera now available for viewing
The Viking opera Freydís and Gudrid has been released on Amazon Prime.2 years ago — News -
In the spotlight: L'Anse aux Meadows
The only confirmed Viking site in North America.2 years ago — History -
New musical drama brings the Vinland Sagas to life
Composer, writer, and director Jeffrey Leiser talks to The Viking Herald about his new film, Freydís and Gudrid, an operatic adaption of the struggle between two women first portrayed in the Norse sagas.2 years ago — News -
The Kensington Runestone: A Viking mystery in the heart of the USA
Investigating America's Viking dream through arguably the most controversial Norse-related archaeological find of all time.2 years ago — Legacy -
L'Anse aux Meadows archaeologist shares story of Vikings in North America: Part 1
For more than 50 years, renowned archaeologist Birgitta Wallace has been a respected custodian of L'Anse aux Meadows, the only confirmed Viking site in North America.2 years ago — News
