PinnedFrank IsakssonThe Adventures of Erik the RedToday we deep dive into the life of a truly astonishing individual, something which will be a recurring series on the website. These…May 20, 2022May 20, 2022
Frank Isaksson6 WEIRD Old Newspaper TitlesHistory is an incredibly broad subject, and one of the most interesting sources in my opinion is newspapers. One never knows what to expect…May 28, 2022May 28, 2022
Frank IsakssonHow a Bear Became a Corporal in the ArmyWhen we think of bears, most of us probably imagine a wild animal living in the woods, catching fish by the stream. But Wojtek had…May 25, 2022May 25, 2022
Frank IsakssonThe Horse That Became a PriestFrom racing horse to pampered pet to priest to almost becoming the next consul, this horse truly had it all!May 25, 2022May 25, 2022
Frank IsakssonThe Kraken — A Ferocious… Starfish?Below the thunders of the upper deep, Far, far beneath in the abysmal sea, His ancient, dreamless, uninvaded sleep The Kraken sleepeth…May 24, 2022May 24, 2022
Frank IsakssonThe Adventures of Leif EriksonThe year is 1492. The greatly renowned Italian explorer Christopher Columbus reportedly sets foot on North American soil, the first time…May 23, 2022May 23, 2022
Frank IsakssonVikings on the Battlefield: A MindsetThe first thing most people think of when they hear the word “Viking”, they imagine rough northerners in constant battle with foreign…May 22, 2022May 22, 2022
Frank IsakssonThe Norse Creation Myth — The Poetic EddaThe Norse creation myth is an interesting topic to tackle, as the primary sources we have on it are separate from a lot of the other…May 20, 2022May 20, 2022
Frank IsakssonThe Vikings to the EastVikings are known for their seafaring adventures, bloody battles, raiding, and even their complicated trade routes. Films, tv-series…May 20, 2022May 20, 2022
Frank IsakssonWhy were the Viking raids so terrifying?In 793 AD, the western catholic world experienced a true shock that would send a shockwave of fear and consternation throughout Europe…May 20, 2022May 20, 2022
