Ragnar Lothbrok and the Hiberno-Norse Kingdom of Dublin

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the historical figure of Ragnar Lothbrok through the lens of the Hiberno-Norse Kingdom of Dublin. While the sagas depict Ragnar as a legendary raider, the annals hint at a more complex reality: a Viking leader who may have been deeply involved in the political and economic networks of early medieval Ireland. We examine the archaeological and textual evidence for a Norse presence in Dublin from the 830s, the role of figures like Turgesius and Amlaíb Conung, and how the story of Ragnar became intertwined with Irish dynastic struggles. Discover the silver hoards, the hybrid culture, and the subtle ways that the myth of Ragnar echoes through the streets of Dublin, including their famous serpent-motif art. If you have enjoyed our deep dives into the sagas and the Great Heathen Army, this episode offers a fresh perspective on how legend and history intertwined in the Viking Age.

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