Norse settlement

Norse settlement refers to the expansion of Scandinavian Vikings during the late 8th to early 11th centuries into various parts of Europe, the North Atlantic, and beyond. They established communities in areas such as Greenland, Iceland, and parts of England, Ireland, and Russia. These settlements were marked by farming, trade, and exploration, influenced by their seafaring culture. Notably, the Norse were skilled navigators, using longships to travel vast distances. Their legacy includes cultural exchanges, the spread of Norse mythology, and contributions to local economies, shaping the historical landscape of the regions they settled.