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he came up with the color red when he found America
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoHe established the first Viking settlements on Greenland. He was also the father of Leif Ericson, who was the first European to land in North America.
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∙ 14y agoErik the Red was a viking
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Who were Leif Ericson's parents?
Erik the Red and Thjodhild.
When did Erik the red discover Greenland?
Erik the red discovered Greenland in the year 982.
What Nationality was Erik the red?
He was a Viking (Scandinavian) from Iceland.
Was Erik the Red banished from Norway or Iceland?
Iceland. Erik the Red's father was banished from Norway for murdering a man, and Erik the Red was himself banished from Iceland for three years, also for murdering two men.
What did Erik The Red do as a child?
he farmed
Who were the important viking explorers?
Erik the Red and his son Leif Ericson.
Was Erik the red in the navy or army?
Erik the Red was a viking
Who is Leif Ericssons father?
Erik the Red
Did Erik the red discover Greenland?
Erik the Red discovered Greenland
Did Erik the red or leif ericson get banished?
Erik the Red was banished from Iceland.
What was Leif Ecrisson's dad name?
Erik the Red.
Who were Leif Ericson's parents?
Erik the Red and Thjodhild.
Why was Erik the red's discoveries important?
Because it allowed the Vikings to establish settlements in Greenland.
What did Erik the red die from?
Erik Thorvaldsson - better known as Erik the Red- died from a disease epidemic brought to the new colony by settlers.
What route did Erik the Red take?
This is Erik the red's route. It was the best picture that I could find.
Was Erik the red a viking?
Yes Erik the red was a viking along with his son Leif Eriksson
Who was Leif Ericsson's Father?
Erik the Red/Erik Thorvaldsson
