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The Vikings

They were bloodthirsty Scandinavian warriors and fine craftsmen. From Newfoundland to the Caspian Sea they robbed and traded fine furs, jewelry, slaves or weapons: anything worth something. They opened new trade routes still used today, founded magnificent cities such as Kiev and Novgorod, and captured ancient hubs like York, Naples and Istanbul. This series follows the Vikings everywhere they went, revealing stunning new archaeological discoveries that turn Viking history on its head.

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Status

Ended

Original Name

The Vikings

First Air Date

June 24, 2015

Last Air Date

July 20, 2015

Seasons

1

Episodes

4

Language

English

Production Companies

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S01E04

Viking Kingdoms

In this episode of our series, we learn how early Viking society developed, what the sacred rituals really were, and what role women played in Viking religion. Together with archaeologists Tom Christensen, Gunnar Andersson, and expert Marit Vea we will shed light on these dark times in Scandinavia.

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