Scandinavian History

Norwegian history, Viking sagas, Middle Ages, Scandinavian history and more.

The history of Russia is best told as a full story - from the Viking creation of the ancient empire of Rus through serfdom and Tsarist Russia, past the Bolshevik revolution to the U.S.S.R. And the best part is that it's all easy for kids to learn. Perhaps they won't understand the nuance or the detail but there's plenty for kids to learn about incredible Russia!

Browse some Norwegian viking names from the Old Norse era to inspire your choice of Scandinavian baby names. They're perfect for your little warriors with an axe to grind!

Why do the Scandinavian flags look like a cross, and why does each country have its own colors? Why do Iceland and Finland have similar flags, even though they're not technically Scandinavia? We share the region's flag history.

What Women Really Did in the Viking Age. The Role of Women in the Viking Era.

Why do the Scandinavian flags look like a cross, and why does each country have its own colors? Why do Iceland and Finland have similar flags, even though they're not technically Scandinavia? We share the region's flag history.

The Norsemen made their mark in northern Europe and beyond. Come with us on a tour of the best-known Viking settlements. Thanks in part to a slew of TV shows, Viking culture has never been

Researching Scandinavian ancestors? Learn about important Scandinavian naming patterns and how they impact your genealogy research.

Why do the Scandinavian flags look like a cross, and why does each country have its own colors? Why do Iceland and Finland have similar flags, even though they're not technically Scandinavia? We share the region's flag history.

Why do the Scandinavian flags look like a cross, and why does each country have its own colors? Why do Iceland and Finland have similar flags, even though they're not technically Scandinavia? We share the region's flag history.