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Vinland Sagas: Viking Sagas of North American Colonization

Vinland Sagas: Viking Sagas of North American Colonization

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Vinland Sagas consist of two written texts telling how the Vikings discovered land. However, these works are still in debate whether they reflect the true historical events or not.

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Viking Kaupang: Shining Town that No Longer Shines

Viking Kaupang: Shining Town that No Longer Shines

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Viking Kaupang was among the most hectic Viking economic towns in their times. They were named among Viking towns like Birka, Hedeby, etc. But this town didn't have any system of fortification to protect. Around the end of the 10th century, Kaupang met its final days.

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What is a kenning in Old Norse breaking down kenning to fully understand Old Norse poems

What is a Kenning in Old Norse?

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Kenning is a Viking poetic device from which a noun is not called out directly. Instead, the speakers/writers will use another expression to refer to the noun. This not only helps they show off their talent in language and understanding but also to create a mental game for the audience.

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Viking longhouse Viking settlement in North America

Viking Settlement: How the Vikings Settled Down in Conquered Land

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Small raids of the Vikings finally became the conquest to gain political control and invade lands. The Vikings also chose to settle down in these new lands. But they still followed their traditional way of living.

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Viking warriors and what made them so powerful in their battles

What Made the Vikings Such Great Warriors?

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It is true that the Vikings had a significant impact on most parts of Europe. But we should bear in mind that they had their days and some of Viking raids were doomed with failure. And they didn't simply jump into the battle to fight. Rather, they were the well-trained warriors who knew to grab the opportunity.

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