The Vikings, from the 8th to 11th centuries, raided, traded, and settled across Europe, leaving a lasting impact on history.

Their advanced seafaring skills allowed them to establish trade networks stretching from Scandinavia to the Middle East.

Beyond their reputation as warriors, they founded settlements and influenced local cultures.

Some Viking descendants, like the Normans, rose to power in France and later conquered England in 1066, shaping medieval European history.