The Vikings - Catalyst of History; 1967
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- Identifier
- MS1133-0469
- Title
- The Vikings - Catalyst of History; 1967
- Description
- This paper, presented by Richard P. Gifford, explores the impact of Vikings on history. It covers their origins, raids, and settlements across Europe and beyond. Gifford argues that Vikings were catalysts in shaping Western civilization, highlighting their roles as traders, settlers, and organizers. The paper underscores the Vikings' influence on regions like England, Iceland, and Russia, emphasizing their enduring legacy.
- Date
- 14 February 1967
- Creator
- Gifford, Richard P.
- topic
- talk
- lecture
- SPHEX Club
- Richard P. Gifford
- Gifford
- 1967
- Vikings
- Dark Ages
- Scandinavia
- Iceland
- Greenland
- Vinland
- Danelaw
- Alfred the Great
- Guthrum
- Canute
- Normandy
- William the Conqueror
- Hastings
- parliamentary system
- seapower
- Type
- Text
- Genre
- lectures
- Digital Format
- application/pdf
- Language
- English
- Repository
- George M. Jones Library Association
- Rights
- https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
- Rights Holder
- Richard P. Gifford