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Vikings: The Rise and Fall

Throughout history, Vikings engaged in sea-based warfare, known for their ruthlessness and distinctive norms.

Throughout history, Vikings waged war from the seas, known for their ruthless tactics and unique set of rules. The Viking expansion was unprecedented in its veracity, with the Norsemen becoming the most feared people in world history due to their merciless bloodshed. However, their story has been largely told through one-sided Christian perspectives until now, with rigorous research revealing the truth about who they really were.

Episodes:

Episode 3 As Far East as Baghdad

3. As Far East as Baghdad

Aired: Jul 5, 2022

The “Silk Road " opened up a world of trade for the Scandinavians in the East...

Episode 4 The Fall of Francia

4. The Fall of Francia

Aired: Jul 12, 2022

The siege of Paris in 885 was the culmination of the Viking invasions of Fran...

Episode 5 The Wild West

5. The Wild West

Aired: Jul 19, 2022

Political turmoil in Norway leads a voyage of discovery west. The Vikings dis...

Episode 6 The Second Viking Age

6. The Second Viking Age

Aired: Jul 26, 2022

The mid-10th-century reign of Harald Bluetooth as king of a newly unified, po...

Vikings: The Rise and Fall Videos

Vikings: The Rise and Fall

Vikings: The Rise and Fall

Info about Vikings: The Rise and Fall

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: National Geographic Channel

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:History