Ivar the Boneless and Viking Legacy

The video explores the legacy of Viking leaders, focusing on the sons of Ragnar Lothbrook. It highlights the influence and achievements of figures like Ubie, Bjorn, and Ivar the Boneless. Ivar's significant role in Viking history, including his leadership in the Great Heathen Army, is emphasized. The video concludes with the success of Ragnar's descendants in establishing their rule across various territories.

What was considered the greatest calling card in the Viking world?

• Conquering new lands

• Owning a large fleet

• Being a son of Ragnar Lothbrok

• Being a king

Which of Ragnar's sons was based in Frisia?

• Sig

• Ivar

• Bjorn

• Ubie

What was Bjorn known for during his time in France?

• Becoming a king

• Trading with locals

• His raids

• Building a large army

What was the only way to verify the reality of something, according to the speaker's father?

• To consult the elders

• To sail there

• To read ancient texts

• To ask the gods

Who was Ivar the Boneless?

• A king of Denmark

• A legendary Norse god

• A famous Viking and part of the Great Heathen Army

• A trader in the Viking world

What was Ivar the Boneless known for?

• Being a peaceful ruler

• His fearsome reputation

• Trading with the English

• Building a large fleet

Where did Ivar the Boneless establish his rule?

• In Norway

• In Dublin

• In Sweden

• In Iceland

What territories did Ivar's descendants rule?

• Northeastern England and parts of Ireland

• Eastern Sweden

• Southern France

• Western Norway

What was the significance of Ivar the Boneless in Viking history?

• He was a famous trader

• He was a legendary Norse god

• He was a significant figure from whom many later Vikings descended

• He was a peaceful ruler

How were at least two of Ragnar's sons described in terms of their success?

• They were famous traders

• They were known for their peaceful reigns

• They were quite successful as kings

• They were unsuccessful