Viking Attacks: The Battle Of The Viking Raid

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The Viking Raids began in 793 AD, when Scandinavian Norsemen explored Europe for its oceans and rivers for trade. The Vikings attacked the Christian monastery at Lindisfarne in Northumbri. The Vikings were very smart about how and when they attacked. The Vikings used a variety of weapons when they fought, such as swords and axes. The Battle of Stamford Bridge ended the Viking raids.
In 793 AD, the Vikings raided the Christian monastery at Lindisfarne in Northumbri. Northumbri was an English kingdom that was famous for books, art and treasures. The Vikings attacked in January, burning buildings, stealing treasures, murdering monks and terrifying everyone. On this first attack they did not send many ships. Some Christian church leaders said the Vikings were send by God to punish them for their mistakes.
The Vikings had many useful weapons they used during attack. They mostly used swords and axes. Swords would be handed down from father to son. Although, Vikings also buried weapons with their holder when he died. Vikings relied on round wooden shield for protection. They also wore ...

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