Norse Vikings
Norse Seafarers
Early medieval Norse warriors of Norway who created ancient Germanic Glíma / Fangaz wrestling.
Quick Facts
Date of BirthRaný Middle Ages
Era8th–11th century
Country of OriginNorway / Scandinavia
Rank / TitleGlíma Combat Heritage
Active Years800–1100
Biography
Norse Viking warriors practiced Glima and Fangaz across Scandinavia for martial conditioning, establishing ritual wrestling matches recorded in Old Norse sagas.