- DURATION 60 mins
Event Description
This is the first line of an old Irish poem hoping that the wind is too strong for a Viking attack… it probably sums up the hopes of others living on the islands around the British coast. However, it wasn’t all about raiding, it was also about trading and settling. Dublin was founded as a Viking centre for trade, and Orkney, Shetland, and the Isle of Man became desirable real estate for Vikings.
- Duration: 60 mins
- Online Zoom event: Join from your computer, phone or tablet (no replay available)
- Join as an individual or book for private groups up to 300
Meet the Host, Sandy
Sandy Leong is a historian and a member of the Royal Historical Society, entertaining audiences by telling stories that bring history to life. A qualified teacher, she has enjoyed a lifelong career in education, teaching in schools, colleges, and universities in the UK and abroad. She has led a wide range of educational projects across the UK and Europe and is a published author.
Preparing for the Event
For the best experience, you will need to have Zoom downloaded onto your computer. Please ensure you're connected to broadband/wifi rather than using your mobile phone connection (3G/4G).
We also recommend that pets are either calmly sitting on your lap or in another room, and any refreshments you may require are within your reach!
Reviews
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Anonymous
June 2021
Really informative and well presented in an informal manner. The images were also interesting and the maps were fascinating.
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Anonymous
June 2021
Very interesting talk and I liked Sandy’s use of maps to illustrate the range of the Vikings.
More Information
What if I can’t make the event?
If a recording’s available for the event, you can still register for it and we will send you an email with a link to a recording shortly after it ends.
Will my camera be on and will I be visible to the other people?
Your camera and microphone does not need to be on for you to enjoy the event. The choice about whether to do this is completely yours.
How do I watch the live event?
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How do I sign-up for and access the recording? (Recorded events only)
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