New discoveries are breaking old assumptions about Viking women, rewriting history by restoring them to their rightful place on the battlefield.

After reading about the discovery of these Viking women’s graves in Norway, look through our list of 32 fascinating Viking facts. Then, learn the shocking truth about Viking helmets.

This nameless Viking woman seems to have commanded the respect ... swatches of silk and other rare textiles. Concealed in iron helmets, chain mail, and leather cuirasses, Viking reenactors make ...