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Vikings
Vikings were Scandinavian or Norse pirates, etchants, warriors and explorers who explored, traded, raided and settled in many areas of Europe and the North Atlantic from the 8th to 11th century.
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How old was lief erikson when he died?
Since the years of his birth and death are only approximate, (it has been estimated that he was born in year 970 and died in 1020), he was around 50 years old when he died.
What characteristics would a viking long boat need to have?
Most of the Main Features Are : - Prow (the part with the dragon head on it at the front of ship)
- Oars (paddles)
- Hull ( the bottom of the ships body)
- Sail
- Rudder
- Chests (vikings sat on them to row and to put personal items in e.g. Sleeping bag)
What are facts about leif erickson?
He lead a group of Vikings, who became the first Europeans to land in America.
Did vikings settle in America?
They often lived near fjords. Norway is in the area the came from. They eventually settled in France and England.
How did vikings arrive in America?
It is said to have happened 500 years before Columbus came to America (according to the myth). But one could put it this way...
They came form the "east" expanding and growing in what manner they could along the timeframe and places that has been recorded in history. Steadily heading West all the time, and did not at all stay put in Iceland or today's United Kingdom. However there were tribes or parts of tribes that decided to stay on these islands amidst the way to America.
An advanced guessing is that they already landed in America during the first viking crusades, and not during the second when it is said that they discovered it.
What are the viking stories called?
the vikings call long stories for long shipscaitlin gwilliams haha
Thor was actually a Viking god; son to Odin and the Giantess, Jord. His tales were told in the Eddas and Sagas of Norse mythology. He was the god of thunder and his name leant itself to Thursday (Thor's day). As to when he was born; this much is not clear. The stories tell of the birth of each of the Norse gods as actual events, although there is never any mention of specific dates. Much of what is recanted is very fancifull and was more likely written to dramatise the plot rather than record the precise details of individual events. Suffice to say, if Thor had a birth date, it would have been an incredibly long time ago. Just how long is open to interpretation.
Where did vikings get their crops from?
Vikings mostly grew rye, barley, and wheat. Vikings made bread and grew fruit. They hunted seals and whales. they ate from wooden spoons and bowls. Vikings drank from things called "Drinking horns"
What was Erik the red's real name?
He was known as "Eric the Red", but his real name was Eric Thorvaldsson.
Why do you think viking ships went so fast?
The shape of the hull was designed to efficiently slip through the water. The single square sail was used if there was a wind blowing in a suitable direction. Or, when windless, or when the wind direction was not favourable, oars were used. Being shallow keeled, the long boat was ideal for sailing far upstream of most rivers. Being almost double fronted, the boat could be rowed in either direction. Very handy should a rapid retreat from a hostile shore be prudent, rather than having to turn the boat around first, as with a square stern boat.
How many superbowls have the vikings won?
None. They appeared in four, but lost them all. Losing to the Kansas City Chiefs 23-7 in Super Bowl IV, the Miami Dolphins 24-7 in Super Bowl VIII, the Pittsburgh Steelers 16-6 in Super Bowl IX and the Oakland Raiders 32-14 in Super Bowl XI.
Why did the vikings wear horned helmets?
They didn't.
Well, at least not in battle.
A horned helmet might LOOK good, but the horns would make it real easy to knock the helmet off.
And if you had it strapped on tight, a good strike would either knock the horn off, or break your neck.
Horned headgear might have been used in rituals for some sort of symbolic value though.
Who were two famous descendants of Vikings?
I know for sure that one of them is Leif Errikson...and Eric the red.
Where were the first vikings from?
The Norse people lived from about A.D. 200 to 500 in northern Europe and Scandinavia. After A.D. 700, the Norse migrated in search of new lands, settling in parts of the British Isles, Iceland, Greenland and East into Russia. From this period on, the Norse are known as Vikings.
What happened to the vikings after 1066?
yes the Vikings were involved in the battle of 1066
It was Harold hardrada claiming that he was the rightful king due to an agreement between his father hardicanute and the Danish ruler of England
The agreement
Hardicanute had promised the throne to Kind Magnus of Norway and as magnus was too old to battle edward the confessor magnus's son Harold Hardrada was his heir and therefore said he was the next in line for the throne.
What was the impact of viking culture on Europe?
The Vikings were seagoing Norse people. They mixed with the Anglo-Saxons to become the modern English and with the people of northern France to become the Normans.
What was the accomplishments and results of Leif Ericsons exploration?
He became an alcoholic and was on Drugs. He fought in Bar fights and killed 3 men and 2 kids for a Snickers Bar. (Yes, they had Snickers) He tried to fly by watching birds and killed himself. He also kidnapped 3 little girls and they were never found. He was an amazing Viking to the bachelors and was once laid during a conference. He is 6ft 2 and wighs 240 pounds
Before coming to Scandinavia where were the roots of Norse Vikings?
Some vikings were, but there were also viking clans in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark
