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Viking Ships
Anatomy of a Viking Ship
1. Planks2. Heavy wooden keel3. Prow4. Square sail5. Tall central mast6. Steering oar7. Oar8. Shields9. Seats10. Figurehead
Provincial Roman or Germanic, 4th-6th century ADFrom the River Schelde near Appels, Oost Vlaanderen, Belgium (British Museum)
Dragon Figurehead (The Mariners’ Museum)
Modern replica of Dragonhead
Replica of a figurehead from Olso
Design ideas…
Now it’s your turn….
• What would you put on the front of your ship to inspire your crew and intimidate your enemies?
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