In this episode, the Vikings get a visit from our most interesting character so far. Ansgar is the fascinating first Christian missionary to Sweden, who tirelessly tries to spread his religion throughout Sweden, in the town of Birka. We meet many other interesting characters, including the Viking "Kings" Björn and Anund, Father Witmar, Gautbert, King Louis the Pious and a host of supporting characters in this exciting story of exploration, violence and religion. We also look in detail at Birka itself to see what life was like in Viking towns.
84. A Swede’s Home is his Castle
S9. A Cross-over Kalmar Union Special
83. KKB Tidies Up
TT 2. A Journey for the Ages
82. Splits in the Revolt
81. More Uproar in Store
80. The Engelbrekt Rebellion
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79. The Hansa Finally Snap
78. Filippa in Charge
77. Erik on Tour
76. The Beaver King’s War
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75. Slesvig Town vs Holstein United
74. Much Ado About a Wedding
73. A Letter From Beyond the Grave
72. How I Met Your Herring
S7. Swedish Symbols
71. Not the Only Union in Town
70. And So It Was Spoken In Kalmar
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