Erik the Red and Viking Greenland

Erik the Red is one of the most famous historical Norsemen today. His life was in some way that of a typical ‘Viking,’ but ultimately he established for himself and his family a famous reputation. He led the first permanent settlements of Greenland, and indirectly the earliest recorded landing on American shores.

Jan 8, 2021 | 14:39 | Josh Geiger,

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