Episode
Viking Shield Maidens: Fact, Fiction, or Both?
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- History Dispatches
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- Jun 15, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 850
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Summary
Take a look at any piece of media about Vikings, or a fantasy world inspired by them, and chances are you are going to see a shield maiden - a female warrior carrying a sword and shield into battle. Were these women truly Viking warriors who fought alongside men in battle, or were they figures born from myth and legend? Ancient chronicles, Norse sagas, and remarkable archaeological discoveries have fueled a debate that continues to captivate historians today. And the question remains - did the shield maiden actually exist? There are no simple answers. In this episode, we venture into the world of the Vikings to separate fact from fiction and uncover the truth behind the legendary shield maidens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices