Burial Site of Bluetooth?

The below webpage discusses the use of satellite data to identify a possible burial site of the Viking king Bluetooth. The data, analyzed by a team of researchers, suggests that a large, previously undiscovered circular feature located near the town of Schleswig in Germany may be the final resting place of the historical figure. The team used a combination of ground-penetrating radar and LIDAR data to make their discovery. The article suggests that further excavations and investigations will be necessary to confirm the site’s identity as the burial ground of King Bluetooth.

https://www.heritagedaily.com/2022/06/satellite-data-points-to-possible-burial-site-of-bluetooth-viking-king/143997

Secrets of Scotland’s Viking Age Hoard

In Scotland’s Galloway region, a Viking Age hoard of metalwork was recently discovered by a metal detectorist. The hoard includes silver arm bands, brooches, and a silver ingot, as well as a unique silver-gilt Christian cross. The artifacts date back to the 9th or 10th century and provide insight into the cultural exchange between the Vikings and the local population during the Viking Age. The cross, in particular, suggests that the person who buried the hoard may have been of mixed Norse and Christian beliefs.

This discovery adds to the growing body of evidence that the Vikings were more than just raiders and plunderers. They were skilled craftsmen and traders who had a significant impact on the cultures and economies of the places they settled. The Viking Age was a time of great change and cultural exchange in Europe, and the Galloway hoard provides a glimpse into the complex interactions between the Vikings and the people they encountered.

Overall, the discovery of the Viking Age hoard in Galloway is a fascinating glimpse into the past and adds to our understanding of the Vikings and their impact on the world.

https://www.archaeology.org/issues/465-2205/features/10483-scotland-galloway-viking-age-hoard