Viking Show

School Show of the Vikings

This is a variation on the Medieval show. While some medieval (1000 AD to 1500 AD) content is included the show also includes considerable information on the Vikings.

Items pertaining to the Vikings include a detailed description of shield wall tactics particularly with regard to Viking innovations. Students will be needed to demonstrate said tactics. A comprehensive look at the year 1066 including: the Battles of Hastings; Stamford Bridge and; Fulford Gate, plus the unfortunate consequences for the Vikings. The social structure of the Vikings is also included covering nobles (jarls), warriors (huscarls), peasants (bondi), slaves (thralls) and Weirdoes (Berserks).
photo of Viking weapons and a shield

 

Student holding a long-axe

Also mentioned is the surprisingly enlightened views of the Vikings towards Women's Rights, hygiene and medicine, when compared to later Medieval Societies.

My standard section on medieval law and order is included but also contains mention of the Vikings love of Trial by Combat, in all its 10 different flavors.

Student with a Viking sword and shield

Additional aspects my be included upon request. Student participation is a vital part of the show. All students are allowed to look at and handle my gear during a half time break provided I think the audience is suitable (fewer than 1 in 100 are not) and the school approves.

Cost is $9 per head per show, plus GST and goes for one and a half to two and a half hours (the same as my other two shows). Set-up and Pack-up times are about 30 minutes.

I may be contacted by phone on (02) 9759-2117 or via email at jahistoric@yahoo.com

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