NOVA: Lost Viking Army

Bioarchaeologists investigate a ninth-century mass grave in a rural English village on NOVA "Lost Viking Army."

Will the remains unlock the mystery of the “Great Heathen Army,” a legendary Viking fighting force that once invaded England?

Armed with the latest scientific methods, bioarchaeologist Cat Jarman’s team uncovers extraordinary human stories from the front line, including evidence of women fighters and a lost warrior reunited with his son in death.

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A recreation of a fleet of Viking ships at sea.

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Recreation of Viking raiders looting a burning church.

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Reenactment: Viking with axe and shield.

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Recreation of a "shiledmaiden" surrounded by Viking women.

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Recreation of the funeral of the "Repton Warrior."

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Recreation of the woman "Birka Warrior," lying in her grave.

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