Relating to the ancient Scandinavian people, their language, culture, and mythology from medieval times.
From Dutch 'Noors,' meaning Norwegian or Scandinavian. Ultimately from Old Norse 'Norðr' meaning 'north.' The term was popularized by 19th-century scholars studying Scandinavian history.
The Norse were incredible shipbuilders who created 'longships' that could sail both ocean waves and up shallow rivers—this design was so good that modern naval engineers still study them! They weren't just raiders; they were sophisticated traders and explorers.
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