Vikings

= The Vikings were widely-feared, brutal, invaders who terrorized Europe from the 700’s through the 900’s. Their shallow boats made it possible for them move swiftly inland using rivers. They were indiscriminate in their destruction, attacking fortified castles and peaceful churches as well. =

=[|Who were the Vikings History channel]= media type="custom" key="25572136" === Here is the melody to the song "Personal Jesus," by Depeche Mode the lyrics describe the Vikings. Amy Burvall, and Herb Mahelona, are two teachers from Hawaii who create short videos to help their students remember highlights of history topics. ===

Expire - to die
=== A furore Normannorum libera nos, Domine, Latin meaning, "From the fury of the Northmen deliver us, O Lord." ===

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|Fun Facts about Vikings
 * Although Vikings are often depicted as wearing horned helmets, it is doubtful that they actually wore them into #|battle.
 * The Viking is the mascot for the [|National Football League team] in Minnesota.
 * Some Vikings used huge 2-handed axes in battle. They could easily #|cut through a metal helmet or shield.
 * Dublin, Ireland was founded by Viking raiders.
 * Some Byzantine Emperors used Vikings for their personal guards.
 * The world's oldest parliament was established by the Vikings in #|Iceland.