Vikings: The Rise and Fall (2022): S01E04 – The Fall of Francia

Introduction Throughout history, Vikings waged war from the seas, notoriously ruthless and with their own set of rules. Outline The siege of Paris in 885 was the culmination of the Viking invasions of Francia. We look at the persistent Viking attacks on Francia and the enduring presence of the Scandinavians on the Frankish Empire and…

Andrew Marshall

14/11/2022

1–2 minutes

History, Military Documentary, Vikings, War

Introduction

Throughout history, Vikings waged war from the seas, notoriously ruthless and with their own set of rules.

Outline

The siege of Paris in 885 was the culmination of the Viking invasions of Francia. We look at the persistent Viking attacks on Francia and the enduring presence of the Scandinavians on the Frankish Empire and beyond.

Vikings: The Rise and Fall Series

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 12 July 2022.
Rating: Unknown.
Running Time: 60 minutes.
Country: UK.
Language: English.