Ancient history

Who did the vikings invade?

The Vikings were a group of seafaring Scandinavian warriors and traders who raided, traded, and settled in various parts of Europe, Asia and Africa from the 8th to the 11th centuries. They are known for their longships and their prowess as seafarers and warriors. Some of the areas they invaded include:

Europe:

British Isles: The Vikings raided and settled in various parts of the British Isles, including England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales. They established settlements and trading centers, such as Dublin and York.

France: The Vikings raided and settled in coastal areas of France, including Normandy, which was later settled by the Normans, descendants of Vikings.

Germany: The Vikings raided and settled along the coasts and rivers of Germany, including the Rhine and Elbe rivers.

Peninsula: The Vikings raided and settled in parts of the Iberian Peninsula, including Portugal and Spain. They established trading posts and raiding bases along the coast.

Italy: The Vikings raided and settled in parts of Italy, including Sicily and southern Italy. They established trading centers and sometimes formed alliances with local rulers.

Mediterranean: The Vikings ventured into the Mediterranean Sea and raided and traded with various regions, including North Africa, the Middle East and even Constantinople, the capital of the Byzantine Empire.

Asia:

Russia: The Vikings travelled eastwards and settled in parts of Russia, including the Novgorod region and Kiev. They established trade routes along the rivers and formed alliances with local Slavic tribes.

Ukraine: The Vikings settled in parts of Ukraine and established trading centers, such as Kiev, which later became a major center of Kievan Rus'.

Africa:

North Africa: The Vikings raided coastal areas of North Africa, including Morocco and Algeria. They established trade contacts and sometimes raided merchant ships.