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218 – The Kingdom of Jorvik

The British History Podcast

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The Strategic Importance of Orkney and the Shetlands

This chapter explores the strategic importance of Orkney and the Shetlands for the Northmen during their voyages to the British Isles. It discusses their role as navigational tools, key locations for resupply and rest, and their significance in fostering trade and prosperity between the Northmen and the people of Orkney.

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