Horrific Viking ‘Blood Eagle’ ritual was anatomically possible, according to new study

The transcript discusses the blood eagle ritual, a gruesome execution method allegedly used by Vikings. It involved opening the victim's back, cutting ribs from the spine, and pulling the lungs through the wounds to resemble wings. The ritual was likely performed in rare cases on prisoners of war who had caused a shameful death to the ritual doer's relative. The study highlights the anatomical challenges and tools possibly used in the process.

What was the significance of the blood eagle ritual for the victim's family?

In what circumstances would the blood eagle ritual have been conducted?