vikings Flashcards
What improvements did Heinrich implement in order to better protect his land?
made soldiers train on horses, land, and boats
What did Heinrich demand of the Vikings and what did the vikings do if they did not want to meet Heinrich’s demands?
sign contract & pay tax
consequences: die or leave if did not meet demands
Who was the leader of the vikings and how did Heinrich confront him?
Knuba
Did Heinrich fight the Vikings, why or why not?
he doesn’t fight the vikings
What happened to the city of Haithabu and why?
people had to pay taxes so they left
What did Heinrich learn from his encounter with the vikings?
the army was as good as their size
Why was the city of Haithabu significant to viking culture?
there was a river to navigate
What is the “Schlei” and why was it significant to viking culture?
river that was used to navigate
How long were the vikings often away from their homes and what bad things did they do while they were away?
months or years, they raided villages and caused death
From which geographical region of Europe did the vikings orginate?
along the coasts of Scandinavia
In what year did the Norman vikings arrive in England (to defeat the anglo-saxon, King Harold)?
1066
What means of transportation enabled the vikings to raid throughout Europe?
the viking boats
What are the two unique characteristics of the vikings’ transporation?
very fast and shallow draft
Who remained in the city while the vikings were at sea?
women, children, older men
What did the vikings enjoy doing when they had free time?
they played cards
