Harald Hardrada: The Deadliest Viking To Ever Live?

This documentary delves into the incredible story of how these Norsemen travelled from the frontiers of Europe to become the personal bodyguards, secret police, and shock troops of the Emperors in Constantinople. Discover their brutal and effective battle tactics, from the impenetrable shield wall to the devastating "bore snout" formation, and witness the lavish, and often debauched, lifestyle they enjoyed in the richest city on Earth.

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