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More than the raiders of tradition, the Vikings were also traders and colonists who left an enduring mark on Britain.Overview: The Vikings, 800 to 1066 by Professor Edward James

Inside Vikings

'The Sea Stallion' at sail
A reconstructed Viking ship, 'The Sea Stallion', left Denmark for Dublin on 1 July 2007 - chart its progress and live the experience of a Viking voyage.

Raiders and Settlers

Viking QuestImage from Viking QuestCan you build a ship, cross the seas, loot a monastery and return home to claim your prize?

Viking Weapons and WarfareImage from Viking Weapons and WarfareThe ferocious, warlike reputation of the Vikings is based on what we know of their weapons and battle tactics.

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Viking Culture

Viking ReligionImage from Viking ReligionThe Vikings are broadly viewed as pagan plunderers, but they were quick to adopt Christianity alongside their own gods.

Viking MoneyImage from Viking MoneyDiscover how the Vikings learned to strike their own coinage, in a bid to convert from 'barbarians' to 'civilised' rulers.

  • 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
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Evidence

How do we know about the Vikings?Image from 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 Age Farm at Ribblehead Virtual TourImage from Viking Age Farm at Ribblehead Virtual TourTake a 3D virtual tour of this fascinating Viking site in Yorkshire.

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