Did Vikings brush their teeth? If you’ve ever watched a movie about Vikings, or read stories about their somewhat aggressive...
Were the Dutch Vikings? This is a relatively common question among academics, as well as those interested in Viking history....
Norse paganism is an interesting religion, dating back hundreds of years. However, thanks to the popularity of Nordic mythology in...
What does “until Valhalla” mean, and why is it something still mentioned in the military today? The term ‘til Valhalla...
Did Vikings wash their hair, and how much did they actually care about personal hygiene? The unflattering depictions we’ve seen...
Were Vikings fat, muscular, or just like everyday people? Questions like these have become more commonplace as modern-day academics try...
Dreadlocks, or dreads, is a hairstyle that’s been around since early civilization. These rope-like strands, created by locking or braiding...
It’s hard to imagine Viking dogs playing fetch and curling up by the fire with their masters after a long...
Today, we’re going to discuss Viking naming traditions, and consider Viking names for girls in particular. So, whether you are...
How much do you know about the impact of the Vikings in Scotland? Most people rightfully associate the Vikings with...
Why did the Vikings invade Britain? Today, we’re going to discover how the Viking invasion of Britain unfolded, and explain...
The question “what did the Vikings look like?” is relatively common among those interested in Viking history and culture. In...
