What Vikings were ACTUALLY like - Viking History Myths

Covering common misconception about Vikings and their history talking about what the Vikings were actually like.
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Many people believe that Vikings were these massive, muscular, blonde, bearded, bloodthirsty warriors that essentially ruled Europe so in this video we are talking about what the Vikings were actually like, covering the common Viking history myths.

First, we go through the actual Viking history and the etymology behind the word Viking (vikingr). Talking about the Viking Age as a historical period and how it ended.

Then we get into the very common misconceptions such as the actual height of the Vikings, horned helmets, Valhalla and their religious beliefs.

Lastly, we talk about their supposed savagery, military and combat tactics.

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