100 Amazing Facts about the Vikings
Marc Dresgui
Discover the fascinating world of the Vikings through 100 amazing facts that will captivate both young and old! ⚔️
Have you ever wondered:
Why this book is perfect for your children:
An educational and fun contentStimulates thinking and learningAn accessible historical adventureFosters curiosity and imaginationA perfect school companion
Help your children discover the richness of a legendary civilization while developing their curiosity and critical thinking skills with this one-of-a-kind book.
Duration - 11h 47m.
Author - Marc Dresgui.
Narrator - Marc Dresgui.
Published Date - Thursday, 11 January 2024.
Copyright - © 2024 Marc Dresgui ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
Discover the fascinating world of the Vikings through 100 amazing facts that will captivate both young and old! ⚔️ Have you ever wondered: Why this book is perfect for your children: An educational and fun contentStimulates thinking and learningAn accessible historical adventureFosters curiosity and imaginationA perfect school companion Help your children discover the richness of a legendary civilization while developing their curiosity and critical thinking skills with this one-of-a-kind book. Duration - 11h 47m. Author - Marc Dresgui. Narrator - Marc Dresgui. Published Date - Thursday, 11 January 2024. Copyright - © 2024 Marc Dresgui ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:08:42
Introduction
Duration:01:53:41
Fact 1 - Their shields were also used as offensive weapons
Duration:02:04:17
Fact 2 - Vikings built land transportable boats
Duration:02:13:44
Fact 3 - They used sun crystals to navigate
Duration:02:24:45
Fact 4 - Some longships were over 30 metres long
Duration:02:23:19
Fact 5 - Leif erikson discovered america long before columbus
Duration:02:28:25
Fact 6 - Vikings traded with byzantium and the middle east
Duration:02:12:02
Fact 7 - The valkyries chose fallen warriors
Duration:02:21:24
Fact 8 - They founded colonies in greenland and iceland
Duration:02:28:28
Fact 9 - The berserkers fought with uncontrollable fury
Duration:02:30:36
Fact 10 - Viking ships sailed on shallow rivers
Duration:02:21:08
Fact 11 - Viking warriors could paint their faces
Duration:02:06:06
Fact 12 - They carried out lightning raids on monasteries
Duration:02:22:45
Fact 13 - They made their swords with magic symbols
Duration:02:26:38
Fact 14 - Chiefs were buried in boats with their treasures
Duration:02:18:13
Fact 15 - Viking runes were used to protect against evil spirits
Duration:02:19:32
Fact 16 - Viking women sometimes owned land
Duration:02:12:25
Fact 17 - Viking warriors used double axes
Duration:02:22:16
Fact 18 - Vikings built houses out of wood and earth
Duration:02:22:22
Fact 19 - Viking chiefs were elected by the assemblies
Duration:02:27:17
Fact 20 - Vikings transported their ships on sledges
Duration:02:20:42
Fact 21 - They used colored veils to intimidate their enemies
Duration:02:23:06
Fact 22 - Vikings believed the northern lights were spirits
Duration:02:39:08
Fact 23 - Their homes had green roofs for insulation
Duration:02:14:54
Fact 24 - Viking children learned to handle weapons at an early age
Duration:02:33:15
Fact 25 - They created trade routes linking europe to asia
Duration:02:12:15
Fact 26 - Some vikings used amulets for protection
Duration:02:13:33
Fact 27 - Valhalla was home to fallen warriors
Duration:02:29:59
Fact 28 - Their boats were carved with dragon heads
Duration:02:24:14
Fact 29 - Vikings made complex wooden locks
Duration:02:19:00
Fact 30 - They trained dogs to protect their homes
Duration:02:14:36
Fact 31 - They could attack, loot and leave in a matter of hours
Duration:02:25:14
Fact 32 - Viking raids forced kings to fortify their cities
Duration:02:39:50
Fact 33 - Women used to make clothes from wool and linen
Duration:02:17:50
Fact 34 - They stored their food in underground pits
Duration:02:14:34
Fact 35 - Their warriors used round shields
Duration:02:11:36
Fact 36 - Vikings engraved runes on memorial stones
Duration:02:35:26
Fact 37 - They thought thor was protecting them at sea
Duration:02:31:10
Fact 38 - Vikings made butter from goat's milk
Duration:02:11:30
Fact 39 - Vikings used songs to coordinate rowing
Duration:02:23:50
Fact 40 - Children used to make toys from carved wood
Duration:02:12:28
Fact 41 - They kept their dead in tumuli by boat
Duration:02:30:02
Fact 42 - They played hnefatafl, a viking strategic game
Duration:02:12:31
Fact 43 - Their swords weighed up to 1 5 kg
Duration:02:21:24
Fact 44 - Longships were able to navigate without a map
Duration:02:27:17
Fact 45 - They used axes to cut ice in winter
Duration:02:16:18
Fact 46 - Their markets offered exotic items from faraway lands
Duration:02:24:32
Fact 47 - Vikings exported wool, honey and dried fish
Duration:02:20:34
Fact 48 - Chiefs were sometimes cremated on floating pyres
Duration:02:37:11
Fact 49 - Warriors used spears for ranged combat
Duration:02:20:21
Fact 50 - They thought ice giants lived in the north
Duration:02:33:28
Fact 51 - Their boats were sometimes dismantled for transport
Duration:02:15:39
Fact 52 - Vikings made combs from bone and wood
Duration:02:18:03
Fact 53 - They used shields to protect themselves in formation
Duration:02:13:31
Fact 54 - Vikings preferred surprise attacks from the sea
Duration:02:08:28
Fact 55 - They traded amber for spices and silks
Duration:02:03:27
Fact 56 - Vikings travelled to north africa to trade
Duration:02:07:07
Fact 57 - They used dogs to hunt game
Duration:02:03:16
Fact 58 - Some warriors were buried with their favorite weapons
Duration:02:09:12
Fact 59 - Vikings made musical instruments out of wood
Duration:02:06:09
Fact 60 - They thought ragnarök was the end of the world
Duration:02:06:01
Fact 61 - Their markets used seashells as currency
Duration:02:00:42
Fact 62 - They traded reindeer skins for precious metals
Duration:02:03:29
Fact 63 - Viking chieftains wore helmets without horns
Duration:02:05:19
Fact 64 - They grew hardy vegetables like cabbage and barley
Duration:02:01:00
Fact 65 - Their explorations led to the discovery of vinland
Duration:02:13:52
Fact 66 - They raised falcons to hunt small animals
Duration:02:00:29
Fact 67 - They invaded england more than once
Duration:02:07:22
Fact 68 - Warriors wore iron chain mail
Duration:01:45:27
Fact 69 - Vikings sang to motivate their warriors before battle
Duration:02:10:43
Fact 70 - They raised sheep for wool and milk
Duration:01:54:18
Fact 71 - They were carrying goods on their ships
Duration:02:04:14
Fact 72 - Vikings made bows for hunting and warfare
Duration:02:02:45
Fact 73 - Their swords were often engraved with runes
Duration:02:03:01
Fact 74 - They held great feasts with smoked meat
Duration:02:06:06
Fact 75 - Warriors used longbows for hunting
Duration:02:03:35
Fact 76 - Vikings believed in the magical power of their ships
Duration:02:15:47
Fact 77 - They raised horses to accompany them in battle
Duration:01:54:13
Fact 78 - Their longboats could carry up to 100 warriors
Duration:01:57:31
Fact 79 - They played board games to develop their strategy
Duration:01:56:18
Fact 80 - They used skis to get around on the snow
Duration:02:04:14
Fact 81 - Their markets sold hand forged weapons
Duration:02:08:07
Fact 82 - They traded furs with the slavs and byzantines
Duration:02:00:34
Fact 83 - Children were involved in farm work from an early age
Duration:02:10:02
Fact 84 - Their warlords were elected for their strength and wisdom
Duration:02:11:44
Fact 85 - They thought dwarves forged weapons underground
Duration:02:09:33
Fact 86 - Vikings buried their dead with their prized possessions
Duration:02:20:19
Fact 87 - They were making metal reinforced wooden shields
Duration:02:10:17
Fact 88 - Vikings learned to sail from an early age
Duration:02:01:01
Fact 89 - Their warriors believed odin guided their battles
Duration:02:07:12
Fact 90 - They used harpoons to fish on the high seas
Duration:02:05:19
Fact 91 - Vikings raised goats for milk and wool
Duration:01:57:18
Fact 92 - Their ships could navigate narrow rivers
Duration:02:14:49
Fact 93 - They loved riddles and guessing contests
Duration:02:02:24
Fact 94 - They made silver jewelry with animal motifs
Duration:02:06:27
Fact 95 - Viking children learned to sew and repair
Duration:02:13:41
Fact 96 - Vikings raided in the mediterranean
Duration:02:16:42
Fact 97 - They cut wood with advanced techniques
Duration:02:14:23
Fact 98 - Warriors wore fur capes to ward off the cold
Duration:02:10:02
Fact 99 - Viking children learned to read runes at an early age
Duration:02:11:44
Fact 100 - Vikings believed the gods caused storms
Duration:02:24:09
Ending Credits
Duration:01:50:46