#10: The Intricacies of Viking Law
Contrary to popular belief, Vikings didn’t solely rely on brute force for conflict resolution. Their sophisticated justice system, known as “Althing” or “The Thing,” was a cornerstone in Norse culture, adjudicating disputes and crimes.
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“The Thing,” presided over by a law speaker, was a precursor to modern courts, where arguments were aired and resolved by a neutral third party. This system highlights that Viking society had evolved judicial processes, debunking the myth of their primitive ways.