27.03.2026 • 20 Min.

#vikings #medievalhistory #history In this exciting episode, Hendrik and Carmen bust some stubborn Viking myths! What did the Norsemen between the 8th and 11th century really look like? Spoiler: Completely different from Hollywood movies! From horned helmets (which never existed!) to elaborate hairstyles and colorful clothing to sophisticated personal grooming - the archaeological finds paint a completely different picture than the barbarian cliché. The Vikings were fashion-conscious, well-groomed people with an international trade network. They wore colorful garments, elaborate jewelry and placed enormous importance on their appearance. Join us as we discover the fascinating truth about Viking fashion, their hygiene practices and why English chroniclers complained about the "overly groomed" Danes. From Byzantine silk in Scandinavian graves to Thor's hammers as identity markers - history is more exciting than any TV series! Enjoy and see you next time! ? #vikingage #norseculture #archaeology #medievalfashion #historicalreality Battle-Merchant: https://www.battlemerchant.com/en/ Battle-Merchant Blog: https://www.battlemerchant.com/en/blog/ Blog post for this episode: https://www.battlemerchant.com/en/blog/the-true-appearance-of-the-vikings-myths-and-facts-revealed TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@battlemerchant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battlemerchant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/battlemerchant Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.de/battlemerchant/