Viking Shield Maidens : Historically Accurate?

Shield maidens are everywhere in pop culture, but TV isn't always known for historical accuracy. So what's the evidence for and against female Viking warriors?

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Women warriors of the Viking Age: the truth about Shield Maidens

Did Viking shield maidens really exist?

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