Historically, Vikings were Norse people from Scandinavia—modern-day Norway, Denmark, and Sweden—known for their skills in navigation, warfare, and trade. They were not a unified group but a collection of tribes and clans who shared similar cultural traits, languages, and religious beliefs rooted in Norse mythology. The Viking Age, spanning from about 793 to 1066 AD, saw Vikings embarking on extensive expeditions, including trading, raiding, and settling across Europe, Asia, and even North America. Vikings were exceptional sailors, using their longships to reach distant lands and engage in trade from the Middle East to Northern Europe. While often depicted as fierce raiders, Vikings were also settlers who established significant trade networks and settlements, including major ports in Ireland and England. They founded cities such as Dublin and left an enduring legacy in the British Isles. Vikings were deeply religious, worshipping gods like Odin, Thor, and Freyja. Norse mythology influenced their worldview and practices, and many of their myths and stories have survived in Icelandic sagas. In terms of governance, Viking society was organized into small kingdoms or chieftain-led communities. They followed a code of honor and were highly skilled craftsmen, creating intricate jewelry, weapons, and household items. The Vikings’ cultural influence remains evident in many aspects of modern society, from language and place names to literature and popular media, reflecting their historical legacy.