Secrets of the Dead

Viking Warrior Queen

Join a team of archaeologists as they examine one of the most significant Viking graves ever found and test the DNA of the remains of the female warrior buried inside, rewriting our understanding of Viking society.

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Join a team of archaeologists as they examine one of the most significant Viking graves ever found and test the DNA of the remains of the female warrior buried inside, rewriting our understanding of Viking society.

  • The Warrior Behind the Weapons: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The Warrior Behind the Weapons

    S18 E4 - 2m 19s

    From axes to spears, a swordsmith shares what he's learned about the warrior behind the weapon after careful studies.

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    The Cultural Bias Behind This Warrior's Grave

    S18 E4 - 1m 21s

    Nobody had an issue with the warrior interpretation of Bj 581 until it was argued that the remains belonged to a female. Archaeologist Neil Price breaks down the cultural bias behind this warrior's grave.

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