Scandinavian Expansion
3 articles tagged with "Scandinavian Expansion"
Viking Colonization: Islands as Outposts of Scandinavian Expansion
Explore the Viking Age's impact through island colonization, from initial raids to permanent settlements like Orkney, Shetland, and Iceland.
Scandinavian Expansion: Migration, Trade, and Colonization
Discover how overpopulation and maritime technology drove Viking expansion from 793 to 1066 CE through raids, trade, and colonization.
The Early Raids of the Rus: A Prelude to Russian Military Power
Explore the early military emergence of Russia through the 860 raid by the Rus on Byzantium, signaling Viking influence in Eastern Europe.