The Viking Axe - Medievalists.net

During the pivotal Battle of Stamford Bridge in 1066, one unnamed Viking warrior famously made history through extraordinary bravery. As the English forces charged to confront the invading Norse army led by King Harald Hardrada, this lone Viking warrior defended a narrow bridge single-handedly. According to contemporary accounts, wielding only a mighty battle-axe, he heroically held off wave after wave of English soldiers, killing dozens who approached him. His solitary defense lasted long enoug