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Mighty Viking Ax Discovered in Tomb of Medieval 'Power Couple'
By Tom Metcalfe published
Archaeologists have discovered one of the largest Viking axes ever found, in the tomb of a 10th-century "power couple" in Denmark.
Photos: 10th-century Viking tomb unearthed in Denmark
By Tom Metcalfe published
An unusual 10th-century tomb, containing one of the largest Viking axes ever found, was unearthed in central Denmark.
Oldest Viking Crucifix Uncovered in Denmark
By Tia Ghose published
A gorgeous golden trinket which was recently unearthed by a hobbyist metal detector may be the oldest cross in Denmark.
Searching for the Vikings: 3 Sites Possibly Found in Canada
By Owen Jarus published
If the discoveries are confirmed, they would add to the single known Viking settlement in the New World, located at L'Anse aux Meadows on the northern tip of Newfoundland.
In Photos: Viking Outposts Possibly Found in Canada
By Owen Jarus published
Archaeologists are investigating three sites that may have served as Viking outposts about 1,000 years ago.
Possible Viking Settlement in Canada Revealed in Satellite Images
By Laura Geggel published
With the help of detailed satellite images, scientists have uncovered what may be a previously unknown Viking settlement in Newfoundland, Canada, news sources report.
Vikings Traded First (Then Plundered), Study Suggests
By Laura Geggel published
The Viking Age may not have started with the plundering of England, but with the peaceful trading of handcrafted combs made out of reindeer antlers, a new study suggests.
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