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The Viking Gods and Afterlife
Discover the Viking pantheon of gods and goddesses, led by Odin, the wise ruler, and his warrior son Thor. Learn about the roles of deities like Frigg, the protector of life, and Loki, the unpredictable trickster. Explore Viking beliefs...
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Leif Erikson and the Viking Journey to North America
Learn about Leif Erikson, the Viking explorer who led a daring expedition across the Northern Atlantic, possibly making him the first European to reach North America. Discover how Viking ships, like the Knarr, enabled their exploration...
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Life and Society in the Viking Age
Take a closer look at Viking society, from the three-tiered social structure of jarls, karls, and slaves, to the vital role women played in both daily life and combat. Explore Viking longhouses, family life, and the importance of...
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The Viking Raiders and Traders
Dive into the world of the Vikings, notorious for their raids on coastal villages yet equally known as skilled traders and explorers. Discover their fearsome attacks on Medieval England and learn how they also traded goods across Europe...
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The Vikings and Leif Erikson For Kids
Learn about the Viking people of ancient Scandanavia and the explorer Leif Erikson, the first European to discover the Americas 400 years before Christopher Columbus.
Weird History
Everything English Borrows From Other Languages
For how often we use the English language every day, few of us take the time to consider where these thousands of words actually came from. Our language was developed in a few different ways. Sometimes, we grabbed loanwords - meaning we...
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Decline of Viking Rule and Norman Invasion
The Viking way of life ended due to several factors, including the settling of Viking raiders who gradually adopted the local cultures. Additionally, the Norman Conquest in 1066 marked the final blow to Viking influence in England,...
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King Alfred and the Fall of Viking Dominance in England
In the late ninth century, the Vikings solidified their hold on settlements like Jorvik (York), leaving Wessex as the last English kingdom free from their control. Under the leadership of King Alfred, who won a decisive victory at the...
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Viking Invasion: the Dawn of the Danelaw in Anglo-Saxon England
In 793, Vikings launched a brutal raid on the monastery at Lindisfarne, marking the beginning of a violent era for Anglo-Saxon England. As described in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, the Vikings plundered and murdered, establishing their...
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An Introdcution to the Dark Ages of England
Golden ages have often been followed by long periods of decline, as seen in Western Europe during the first millennium AD. The departure of the Romans led to centuries of invasions and conflicts, particularly in England, where the...
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Viking Ventures: Navigating the Seas and Shaping Normandy
Journey through the Viking Age as we explore how these formidable Norse explorers mastered the art of navigation without modern tools and left a lasting impact on Normandy. This video delves into the Vikings' sophisticated maritime...
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Architectural Mastery of the Vikings: From Longhouses to Green Roofs
Explore the architectural innovations of the Vikings, whose expertise extended beyond shipbuilding to constructing energy-efficient homes suitable for harsh Scandinavian winters. This video tours a reconstructed Viking village,...
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Navigating History: Viking Longships and Their Maritime Mastery
Dive into the world of the Vikings and their iconic longships, marvels of ancient engineering that facilitated far-reaching raids and trade. This video reveals why these ships were crucial to Viking explorations and strategies,...
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I WONDER - Why Did The Viking Use Longships?
This video is answering the question of why did the Viking use longships.
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I WONDER - Why Did The Viking Raid Other Countries?
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I WONDER - Who Were The Vikings?
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I WONDER - What Was The Impact Of Viking Raids?
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I WONDER - What Was A Viking Raider?
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The Metal Scream: From Nordic Vikings to Black Sabbath
Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin were some of the first bands to perform the metal scream, but the origin of screaming in music actually goes back a lot further to the Nordic Vikings.
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The Native American Impact on Our Culture
Dr. Forrester asks the question, “How did the Native Americans get to The New World?” She also discusses the Bering Strait Land Bridge Theory. She then gives examples of Native American words still used in our vocabulary today.
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Valkyries: The Real Story Behind These Warriors of Legend
Vikings were some of the fiercest fighters in human history, using their impressive battle prowess to spread Norse influence between the 8th and 11th centuries. Their bravery as warriors was driven by one ultimate desire: to join Odin in...
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Draugr: The Undead Nordic Zombie
What do the Sagas of the Icelanders and Game of Thrones have in common? Dr. Zarka answers this question and explores how the draugr, Nordic undead monsters, bear a striking resemblance to the White Walkers—and more importantly, how these...
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Henley on Todd: The Outback Boat Battle Spectacular
Embark on an unforgettable journey to Alice Springs in the heart of the Australian outback, where a unique and wild event unfolds—Henley on Todd, the world's only dry river boat race. Join the fierce competition between the Navy,...
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How Vikings Transitioned from Seafarers to Settlers
The Vikings, known for their mysterious and brutal nature as well as their legendary navigation methods, sunstone, and their weaponry. Their decline is attributed to the rise of Christianity, which transformed their society to a more...