An interesting article on the Scandinavian-Germanic practice of democracy, gathering at Thing...
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I often wish that I had done drugs in the '70s. At least there'd be a reason for the flashbacks. - Rick the Runesinger
Blood and CountryTribe of my Tribe
Clan of my Clan
Kin of my Kin
Blood of my Blood
For the Yule was upon them, the Yule; and they quaffed from the skulls of the slain,
And shouted loud oaths in hoarse wit, and long quaffing swore laughing again.Tags: None
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While I don't have the time to read through the entire article right now, it's interesting to see that a group of people who have been cast as warriors, killers, and madmen were, in fact, a very diverse, socially advanced, and highly educated people, a trend which can be easily seen today.
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