Anne Stine Ingstad (archaeologist)

Anne Stine Ingstad was a renowned Norwegian archaeologist known for her pioneering work in uncovering Viking history. She is best known for her excavation of the Norse settlement at L'Anse aux Meadows in Newfoundland, Canada, which provided conclusive evidence of Viking presence in North America around 1000 AD. Her meticulous research helped scholars better understand Viking exploration, settlement patterns, and their interactions with indigenous peoples. Throughout her career, Ingstad made significant contributions to Norse archaeology and history, shaping our understanding of early transatlantic contact and Viking expansion.