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The History of the Orkney Islands
The Orkney archipelago comprises around 70 islands, of which 20 are inhabited or have people living on them. Archaeological evidence suggests that the islands were first inhabited thousands of years ago. In the late 8th century and early 9th centuries, the Orkney Islands came to the attention of Norse invaders. The Vikings had a significant impact on the island's culture, language and governance.