This chapter explores the background and actions of Raulo, a famous Viking figure known as Rolf the Ganger, and his involvement in the siege of Paris. It discusses the encounter between Raulo and Charles the Simple, resulting in the creation of Normandy. The chapter also examines the implications of this political arrangement and the long-term impact of Christianity on Viking society.
Pagan Viking Sea Kings spend the 10th and 11th centuries morphing into Christian monarchs. But with rulers like Harald Bluetooth and Svein Forkbeard it's debatable whether things will be any less horrific for Scandinavia's neighbors