The Battle of Stiklestad: The Death of a Saint and the Birth of a Legend
In the annals of Scandinavian history, few figures stand as tall or as enduring as…
The Viking Who Died Founding a Dynasty: Rurik’s Exit and the Rise of Igor, 879
In the dying years of the 9th century, amid the mist-laden forests and riverways of…
The Swedish King Who Led the War Against Thor and Odin
Anund Jacob, known as Anund Jakob or James, reigned as King of Sweden from around…
The Night the Vikings Sacked London and Walked Away Loaded
The Danes hit London in 851 like a thunderclap: hundreds of longships clawing up the…
From Pagan Warlord to Christian King: Guthrum the Dane
Guthrum, the Danish Viking leader, stands as one of the most formidable and consequential figures…
How Norse Adventurers Became Russian Kings
In the shadow of endless northern forests, between rivers that carve through what would one…
The Viking Legacy That Shaped Medieval Ireland
The Vikings profoundly shaped the development of Ireland, leaving a legacy that touched every aspect…
From Longships to Law Codes: The Viking Impact on Britain’s Destiny
The Vikings left an indelible mark on Britain, transforming its lands, peoples, and institutions in…
Sweyn II Estridsson: The Warrior King who Fathered 5 Kings
The medieval history of Denmark is marked by a series of formidable monarchs. Among these,…
The Gods of the Vikings
The Norse pantheon, a rich tapestry of deities, heroes, and mythical beings, has captivated imaginations…
Why Harald Fairhair’s Haircut Sparked a Kingdom’s Birth
Harald Fairhair is a towering figure in Scandinavian history, celebrated as the first king to…
Settlers on the Island of Fire
The Norse settlement of Iceland is one of the most dramatic and well-documented episodes of the Viking…
Visiting the Dark Ages: Places to Visit in Norway and Iceland
The most interesting places to visit in no particular order are: Historical Museum Oslo, Norway…
When The Vikings Came From The South
The year 914 stands as an unusual moment in the long saga of Viking incursions…
Visiting the Dark Ages: Places to see in Denmark
For dark age history enthusiasts, Denmark offers a rich tapestry of sites that bring the Viking…
