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Vikings
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Historic Figures: Leif Erikson 
 This profile of explorer Leif Erikson summarizes the various accounts of his journey to North America, and notes the proclamation by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1964 of Leif Erikson Day (October 9) "in commemoration of the first arrival of a European on North American soil." Provides related articles and multimedia features about the Vikings. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/historic_figures/erikson_leif.shtml Topics: Agriculture, Geography, History, Notable People, Presidents by Name Last updated Oct 2, 2004 Leif Ericson Viking Ship
This nonprofit organization is "dedicated to the study, education and promotion of the fact that Leif Ericson was the first European to set foot upon and explore the North American Continent and of Vikings in general, their times and travels throughout the world." This site includes brief historical information about Ericson and the Vikings, and information about Leif Ericson Day (October 9). An interactive drawing shows elements of a Viking ship. http://www.vikingship.org Topics: Geography, History, Notable People, Transportation Last updated Oct 2, 2004 Vikings: the North Atlantic Saga
A site about the Scandinavian discovery of North America over 1000 years ago. "Presented through a spectacular array of artifacts and archeological finds, the exhibit explores a previously unknown chapter in the history of North America." View the voyage in standard or enhanced versions. Sections for points along the journey include Archaeology, Sagas, Environment, and History. From the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. http://www.mnh.si.edu/vikings/ Topics: Geography, History Last updated Mar 16, 2002 Warrior Challenge
Companion to a 2003 reality-TV series where "modern-day men and women [took] on the task of fighting as knights, Vikings, Roman soldiers and gladiators." Provides historical and educational features for to each type of warrior, warrior profiles, links to teaching tools and websites, and related material. From Thirteen/WNET. http://www.pbs.org/wnet/warriorchallenge/ Topics: History, History By Place Last updated May 7, 2007 |
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