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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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Where was the old viking city jorvik?

Jorvik was the Viking name for the modern city of YORK. York is located in the northeastern section of England, short of the border with Scotland. The name, Yorkshire is derived from the Viking root.

Where did the vikings settle in Canada?

the Vikings settled in places like prince Edward island, newfoundland and nova scotia

Were the Vikings gay?

As a whole? No. There was homosexuality among the Vikings, their views about homosexuality were mixed. Regardless of their personal preferences, they were still expected to marry and to have children. The men who were at the "top" did not face any prejudice; however, those at the "bottom" were thought to be ergi, or perverted.

When did Leif Henie die?

Leif Henie died on August 13, 1984, in Alameda, California, USA.

What problems did Eric the red have?

He got banished from Iceland for three years because of killing two men.

What lands did leif ericksson discover?

North America. He led a group of Vikings, who were the first Europeans to land in North America.

Did Dublin begin as a viking or Norman settlement?

A Viking settlement-

The Vikings settled in Dublin around the year 841AD. The 'Normans', at this point in time, were actually still Vikings - The Normans were Vikings who settled in Normandy in France, hence the name. They came to England and became the 'Anglo-Normans' and then came to Ireland in 1169AD, arriving at Baginbun in South-East Ireland.

Where did the vikings settle in the end?

the vikings settled in Greenland because of invasions from the europians

Who settled Greenland?

Scandinavians lend by Erik the Red settled Greenland. The Inuit settled here as well.

The Vikings helped or hurt the future of Scandinavia?

The Vikings helped Norway, Sweden, and Finland come together in the end.

How leif the lucky got his name 'leif the lucky?

Leif the Lucky got his name because he found the new land which he called Vinland which was rich in resources with many grapes and vines that could be used for making wine. Also he was lucky for finding the shipwrecked people, and then save them, on his way home to Greenland from Vinland.