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Were There Black Vikings?

In News, Vikings by Skjalden

In recent years, the question ‘Were there black Vikings?’ has sparked considerable debate among historians, archaeologists, and the general public. This fascination reflects a broader curiosity about the historical and …

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The Ladby Viking ship

In Vikings by Skjalden

In 1935, the remains of a Viking ship burial were discovered at Ladby right next to Kerteminde fjord in Denmark. This was not an ordinary ship, but a warship of …

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Viking Sunstone – Iceland Spar

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Many people have for quite some time been wondering if the Vikings used a sunstone (Icelandic: sólarstein) to navigate the sea. Historians, researchers, and even folks down at the local …

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The Helm of Awe

In Symbols, Vikings by Skjalden

The Helm of Awe or The Helm of Terror (Old Norse: Ægishjálmr) is probably one of the most recognized Icelandic symbols, and according to Norse lore, anyone who wears this …