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Viking Kaupang: Shining Town that No Longer Shines
Posted by Ms Elly on
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.
What is a Kenning in Old Norse?
Posted by Ms Elly on
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.
Sons of Ragnar: Reflection of the Great Ragnar Lothbrok
Posted by Ms Elly on
Sons of Ragnar were the images reflecting different values of Ragnar Lothbrok. They were Ivar the Boneless who was a crippled Viking becoming a military genius, Bjorn Ironside with the incredible strength in his arm, Hvitserk with his great bravery, and Sigurd Ragnarson with his burning desire to revenge and to show his Viking warrior spirit.
Viking Jewelry Excavation Revealed Viking Offerings in Water
Posted by Ms Elly on
Every action of the Vikings revealed something about their belief. Indeed, the Vikings did not throw their valuable jewelry into the water for nothing. Rather, they had a reason for this. It was a part of their offering.
Viking Settlement: How the Vikings Settled Down in Conquered Land
Posted by Ms Elly on
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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