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Sounds,17 Feb 2025,40 mins

Did Vikings Reach the US?

American History Hit

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What is a Viking? Did they really make it to the United States? And if so, how far did they get? Don speaks to Martyn Whittock about the norse landings in North America. From the Icelandic sagas to the archaeological evidence that supports them, listen as we separate the truth from the myths. Martyn is an author, educational consultant and former teacher. His book on this subject is American Vikings. Produced and edited by Sophie Gee. Senior Producer was Charlotte Long. All music from Epidemic Sounds. American History Hit is a History Hit podcast.

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