How did the Norse ‘become’ Vikings? Okay, so “becoming Vikings” is hardly historically appropriate…but let me explain. In this raid, we ‘conclude’ the prequel to the Viking Age by covering the Vendel Period. Dates vary, as always, but we’ll be using 550 to 750 CE. During this discussion, we’ll learn how the North quite literally rose from the ashes of the Migration Period (c. 400-550 CE). In doing so, they begin to develop the hall-based society that would, in turn, set the stage for the Viking Age.
Key Moments:
- 00:10 – Consolidation begins
- 01:20 – The dynasties of Norse legend
- 02:35 – The power centers of the Vendel Period
- 03:20 – Halls as the heart of Norse society
- 04:25 – Maintaining the hall system
- 06:00 – Conclusions
Reminder: this raid is originally a YouTube video! If you want visual aids, wander here: youtube.com/@fjorntheskald
Looking for more to plunder? Try Fjorn’s website: fjorntheskald.com
♫ = “Firesong” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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