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5 key Viking settlements outside Scandinavia
From Dublin to Novgorod, Viking settlements played a key role in shaping the early medieval world.1 year ago — History -
What you need to know about Viking King Guthred and his remarkable journey from slavery to kingship
In what is undoubtedly one of the medieval period’s most fantastical rags to riches stories, Guthred rose from being a slave to the second King of Northumbria during the late 9th century CE.3 years ago — History -
Who was Harald Hardrada? Part 2: Politics, power, and six feet of English soil
Was there a more dangerous and skillful warrior than Harald Hardrada by the mid-1030s CE? For more than two decades, since he set foot on the battlefield at Stiklestad as a mere teenager, wet behind the ears, his life had been defined by his martial skill.3 years ago — History
