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The Vikings

History 102 with WhatifAltHist's Rudyard Lynch and Austin Padgett

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Myth and Reality of the Vikings

This chapter dispels common misconceptions about Vikings, portraying them as more than just savage warriors in horned helmets. It examines the complexities of Viking society, including their trade practices, early democracy, and the impact of their conversion to Christianity. The narrative also explores their vast exploration and influence, particularly in founding Russia and the evolution of Western civilization from the Viking Age to the Middle Ages.

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