The Muddled Origins of the Word ‘Viking’

wendyathadeland November 28, 2023, 6:32pm 1

Interesting article from Atlas Obscura.

Atlas Obscura – 16 Nov 23

The Muddled Origins of the Word ‘Viking’

The now common term wasn't used to describe medieval Scandinavians until the 19th century.

Nancy R Schick

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