The Battle of Stamford Bridge Explained

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It was the last great Viking battle. Against the last And greatest Viking invader. After so many men hacked down in their prime in almost every corner of Britain. So many feasts for crows, kingdoms toppled and forged, reputations won and lost.

Here on this field. The Viking Age in England at least. And decisive end. It was a stunning victory.

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