Discovering a 1,200-year-old Ship of Vikings I SLICE HISTORY

In 2018, Gjellestad, Norway, archaeologists made the discovery of a lifetime: a 20-metre long, 1200-year-old Viking funeral ship. Who is hiding in the grave? Is Gjellestad one of the oldest Viking settlements? What can this funeral ship tell us about the daily lives, beliefs and traditions of the Vikings? Thanks to exclusive access to the site, we follow each step of the archaeologists’ quest. Before our eyes, a fascinating puzzle is about to be solved. Using state-of-the-art technologies, cinema-worthy dramatised reenactments and with the help of great specialists of the Viking era, this unprecedented journey is both a scientific investigation and an epic historical drama which brings back to life villagers, warriors and craftsmen of a lost civilisation. This unearthed ship unveils above all the customs of these seafarers, as well as their undeniable mastery skills at sea. Documentary: Vikings: The Lost Kingdom Directed by: Alexis de Favitski Production: ZED, Mechanix Film