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The Ladby ship (22m long, 3m wide) is the only ship burial from the Viking Age discovered in Denmark. In 925, a Viking king was buried in this ship with 11 horses, 4 dogs and many grave goods. The ship has been preserved at the site where it was discovered, which today is part of […]
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Archaeologists have discovered a Viking-era settlement as well as almost a dozen human skeletons from a later time period during a dig conducted ahead of planned roadwork. A team of researchers made the finds in the small, rural municipality of Viru-Nigula in northern Estonia—which is one of the Baltic nations and borders Russia—near the parish […]
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During explorations and excavations in Karmøy in June last year, archaeologists discovered a new Viking ship in an old burial mound, as well as uncovered new information about the Storhaug ship which was discovered in the 1880s. Karmøy can now boast of being the home of three Viking ships. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/viking-ship-remnants-unearthed-at-burial-mound-where-seated-skeleton-was-previously-found/
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A new course has just been released on AtN-U! Course Title: Introduction to Seiðr: Exploring the Mystical Art of Norse MagicCourse Description:Embark on a journey into the mystical and enchanting world of Seiðr, the ancient Norse form of magic and divination. In our “Introduction to Seiðr” course, you will immerse yourself in the practices, rituals, […]
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The Norse may have ruled parts of northern Wales in the early 11th century, specifically in Anglesey and Gwynedd, though the degree to which is unclear. Old Norse had relatively little impact on Welsh linguistics, and the Old Norse influenced or derived place names are mostly restricted to coastal regions, where raiding was most common. […]
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In 1427, the Portuguese navigator Diogo de Silves first set foot on an uninhabited, Sun-kissed island with white sand beaches, crystal blue bays, and dramatic cliffs, proclaiming it Santa Maria Island. Later arrivals by other Portuguese explorers revealed it to be the southeasternmost island of the Azores archipelago, which lies about 1368 kilometers west of […]
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Good morning, kids! It is a gorgeous Thursday morning here in southern Missouri, and a busy day for me. We have several new courses coming up in the Certificate Program, and a handful of new emissaries and DRGLs working in their trainings! We are aware of the issues with the website, and are working on […]
Awaken the North is proud to present our next certificate course: The Gods, Goddesses, & Jotunn! Come learn about the notable deities of our faith! https://awakenthenorth.thinkific.com/courses/take/norse-gods-goddesses-jotunn/ Only $10 for the course with a printable certificate upon completion. $15 if you want an official one mailed to you!
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While excavating a Viking cemetery near the Swedish town of Köping, archaeologists discovered a pair of sword hilts protruding curiously from the earth. After further investigation, they determined that the handles belonged to Viking swords that had been thrust into the earth above two burials and had remained upright for 1,200 years. “Viking Age graves containing […]
AtN University is proud to announce the release of a new course! The Old Norse Bestiary is now available. Ever heard of Blóðughófi? Ever wonder just what a Fossegrim is? Come learn about all of the creatures of the Old Norse myths and legends! Each certificate course is $10 for a printable E-Cert, or $15 […]