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During the Viking Age, the Norse homelands were gradually consolidated from smaller kingdoms into three larger kingdoms: Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. The Vikings spoke Old Norse and made inscriptions in runes. For most of the period, they followed the Old Norse religion, but later became Christians.
Nov 4, 2009 · Viking armies (mostly Danish) conquered East Anglia and Northumberland and dismantled Mercia, while in 871 King Alfred the Great of Wessex became the only king to decisively defeat a Danish army...
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Jun 13, 2019 · Learn who the Vikings were, how they raided and settled across the world, and what legacy they left behind. Explore maps, photos, and articles about the Scandinavian seafarers and their impact on language, warfare, and trade.
Jan 29, 2018 · The Vikings were originally diverse Scandinavian seafarers from Norway, Sweden, and Denmark (though other nationalities were later involved) whose raids and...
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Dec 18, 2018 · Learn about the legendary and historical figures who shaped the Viking Age, from Ragnar Lothbrok to Harald Hardrada. Discover their stories, achievements, and legacies in this article with sources and images.
The seafaring Vikings (in Danish, the Vikinger) were a group of people that came from the Scandinavian countries of Norway, Denmark, and Sweden. They made an enduring name for themselves in the 8th through the 11th centuries for being tactical warriors, smart traders, and daring explorers.
