A long-anticipated recalibration of radiocarbon dating could shift the age of some prehistoric samples hundreds of years. By Nicola Jones Researchers use data from tree rings, sediment… Read more “Carbon dating, the archaeological workhorse, is getting a major reboot”
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Archaeologists Have Discovered the Skeletons of ‘Badass’ Warrior Women in Mongolia, Dating Back to the Period of Mulan
The archaeologists made the discovery while excavating a cemetery in northern Mongolia. By Sarah Cascone Archaeologists found these skeletons of two people buried in an ancient tomb… Read more “Archaeologists Have Discovered the Skeletons of ‘Badass’ Warrior Women in Mongolia, Dating Back to the Period of Mulan”
For the First Time in a Century, Norway Will Excavate Viking Ship Burial
Archaeologists racing to save the rare vessel from fungal attacks hope to begin work in June Norwegian officials plan to excavate this rare Viking ship burial site. (Photograph… Read more “For the First Time in a Century, Norway Will Excavate Viking Ship Burial”
Knattleikr, the Viking Ball Game
During several of our recent feasts, we have attempted to recreate the Viking era ball game called knattleikr. While the game is mentioned in the stories, (such as… Read more “Knattleikr, the Viking Ball Game”
Vikings in Britain: how did raiders and marauders become lords and kings?
Early medieval historian Ryan Lavelle uncovers the story of Vikings in Britain, from the early forays of seafaring raiders landing at Lindisfarne in 793 to battling Alfred… Read more “Vikings in Britain: how did raiders and marauders become lords and kings?”
Melting Ice Has Uncovered Hundreds of Ancient Viking Artifacts and a Previously Unknown Trade Route in Norway
A trove of Viking artifacts have come to light thanks to a warming climate, proving that a mountain pass served as an important trade network. By Sarah… Read more “Melting Ice Has Uncovered Hundreds of Ancient Viking Artifacts and a Previously Unknown Trade Route in Norway”
Viking Women: What Women Really Did in the Viking Age
By David Nikel Women in the Viking Age enjoyed more equality and freedom than almost all other women of their time. From warriors to farmers, here’s the… Read more “Viking Women: What Women Really Did in the Viking Age”
Aethelflaed: who was the warrior queen who crushed the Vikings?
She is a medieval marvel, but – as the daughter of Alfred the Great, and ultimately succeeded by her nephew Æthelstan – Æthelflæd has been overshadowed by the… Read more “Aethelflaed: who was the warrior queen who crushed the Vikings?”
Warming Climate in Norway Reveals Relics of Ancient Viking Trade Route
Melting ice has receded from a mountain pass, unearthing pelts, shoes and stone structures from thousands of years ago. Article by Henrik Pryser Libell and Christine Hauser A… Read more “Warming Climate in Norway Reveals Relics of Ancient Viking Trade Route”
