The Viking Bodyguards of Byzantium 🛡️ | The Secret History of the Varangian Guard

Who would have thought the fiercest Norse warriors ended up as the personal bodyguards of the Byzantine emperor?

In this video, discover the fascinating true story of the Varangian Guard — elite Viking warriors who traveled from Scandinavia to Constantinople, fought in foreign lands, and swore loyalty to a Christian empire. ⚔️

From raiders to royal protectors, these men carved their legacy in stone — literally. One name still remains inside Hagia Sophia:
👉 “Halvdan was here.”

Why did they leave their icy homelands?
Why did the emperor trust them more than his own men?
And why did they disappear forever?

Watch to uncover the secrets of the Vikings who became the shield of an empire. 🏛️🔥

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