The incredible life of Harald Hardrada: The last of the ‘great Vikings’
In the middle decades of the 11th century, the Vikings had reached the twilight of their raiding and plundering days. After their defeat and humiliation…
Harald Hardrada
Varangian Guard: 10 Things You Should Know
Introduction – Exotic, ferocious and heavily armored – this, in a nutshell, defined the eminent presence of the Varangian Guard (Greek: Τάγμα των Βαράγγων, Tágma…
The incredible life of Harald Hardrada: The last of the ‘great Vikings’
In the middle decades of the 11th century, the Vikings had reached the twilight of their raiding and plundering days. After their defeat and humiliation…
