More than the raiders of tradition, the Vikings were also traders and colonists who left an enduring mark on Britain.
Vikings
Overview
Overview: The Vikings, 800 to 1066
The story of the Vikings in Britain is one of conquest, expulsion, extortion and reconquest. Their lasting legacy was the formation of the independent kingdoms of England and Scotland.
Raiders and Settlers
Viking Quest
Can you build a ship, cross the seas, loot a monastery and return home to claim your prize?
- Eric Bloodaxe - Analysis of a Viking legend, by Gareth Williams
- Loot and Land - An insight into Viking motives, by Dr Anna Ritchie
- The Viking Revival by Professor Andrew Wawn
- Viking Weapons and Warfare by Barry Ager
Viking Culture
Viking Religion
The Vikings are broadly viewed as pagan plunderers, but they were quick to adopt Christianity alongside their own gods.
- Viking Money - Gareth Williams accounts for the rise of Viking coinage.
- Viking Women - The role of women in the Viking world, by Judith Jesch
- Viking Food - The culinary delights of the Viking diet, by Russell Scott
- Viking Colonists - The ones who came to stay, by Dr Anna Ritchie
- Alcuin of York - Great scholar and advisor to Charlemagne, by Dr Anna Ritchie
Evidence
How do we know about the Vikings?
Their sagas and chronicles tell us much about the Vikings, but runes, coins and even DNA can tell us plenty more.
- Viking Dig Reports
- The Cuerdale Hoard by Gareth Williams and Leslie Webster
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