Melting ice in Norway has unveiled a remarkable collection of Viking artifacts. Due to the melting ice, these discoveries provide insight into the lives of Vikings who traversed these icy landscapes.

Researchers discovered that Norway's Viking societies were more violent than Denmark's, with higher rates of weapon use and fatal injuries.

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Vikings, jewels, Roman coins, and rune inscriptions. The last year was a significant one for Danish archaeologists. So, the ...

Recent scientific reevaluations of remains have historians rethinking the prevalence of women fighters throughout history.

Burial Chamber Reveals 1,200-Year-Old Upright Viking Swords, Symbol of Respect to Valhalla Warriors Two ancient Viking swords ...

New sites and artifacts are found all the time, revealing forgotten secrets of the past. Here are some of the latest discoveries: In the heart of Rome, a dazzling blue material dating back 2,000 years ...

Photo from Simona Murrone and the Colosseum Archaeological Park The summaries ... archaeologists have stumbled upon rare pre-Viking helmet pieces that were likely fit for a king.

Uncover the fascinating Viking-age monetary system with the analysis of a thousand-year-old iron ring from Sweden.

The discovery enriches our understanding of the region’s history before the Viking Age ... to follow the discovery of the most intriguing archaeological discoveries from around the globe.

The 11th annual Small Scale Sustainable Sheep Farming Event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15, at the Lammers Town Hall in Solway. This event, hosted by the Sustainable Sheep ...