# Vinland: The Vikings Who Reached America Before Columbus

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Published: 2026-07-12T04:20:03+00:00
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## Resource

Around 1000 CE, Leif Erikson and other Norse explorers reached North America, establishing a settlement known as Vinland. Long before Columbus, Vikings from Greenland explored and briefly lived in what is now Canada. Archaeological evidence from L'Anse aux Meadows confirms these journeys, proving that Vikings were the first Europeans to set foot in the Americas. In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, we explore the sagas, the discoveries, and the reasons why the Vikings ultimately left Vinland behind. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-strange-history-podcast--5773362/support . 🎧 The Strange History Podcast Love bizarre true stories, forgotten scandals, and history’s most unhinged moments? Submit your ideas for The Strange History Podcast Follow The Strange History Podcast wherever you listen and never miss an episode. 🔗 Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify iHeartRadio Audible New episodes regularly. History gets weird here.

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