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I'm still only on page 6 of this thread (I am entertained). I kept thinking of the actor Leif Erikson (which is funny, because looking at IMDB, I have no idea why I even know who that is.) So, I looked up the viking Leif Eiriksson, and stumbled upon
As for historical accuracy, I am curious about the real-deal vikings, but I only found out a few weeks ago (thank the Travel Channel) that, once again, American pop-culture of the 80's and 90's has lied to me. I'm so used to seeing those horned helmets, I wouldn't have thought anything of it. In my mind, Vikings are kind of like "celts with boats," but, in my mind, I can see all of those vikings chasing me with axes for admitting that.
(I like learning things. Why don't I know more stuff? Ooohh, that's right. I'm also lazy.)
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It seemed oddly appropriate. So, I figured I'd share it.As for historical accuracy, I am curious about the real-deal vikings, but I only found out a few weeks ago (thank the Travel Channel) that, once again, American pop-culture of the 80's and 90's has lied to me. I'm so used to seeing those horned helmets, I wouldn't have thought anything of it. In my mind, Vikings are kind of like "celts with boats," but, in my mind, I can see all of those vikings chasing me with axes for admitting that.
(I like learning things. Why don't I know more stuff? Ooohh, that's right. I'm also lazy.)