The Siege of Paris 845: Ragnar Lothbrok's Greatest Victory

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the Siege of Paris in 845, the historical event that cemented Ragnar Lothbrok's legend. They discuss the Frankish context under Emperor Charles the Bald, the Viking fleet's journey up the Seine, the plunder and ransom, and the lasting impact on European history. Lucas explains the political and religious significance of the attack on Paris, the relic of Saint Genevieve, and the role of the West Frankish kingdom in shaping Viking activity. They also touch on the connection to Ragnar's later legend and the ongoing debate between myth and reality. The episode uses specific details from the Annales Bertiniani and other contemporary sources to paint a vivid picture of this pivotal moment. #SiegeOfParis845 #RagnarLothbrok #CharlesTheBald #VikingAge #WestFrancia #SeineRiver #AnnalesBertiniani #SaintGenevieve #Danegeld #VikingRaids #MedievalEurope #ParisHistory #Franks #VikingFleet #NorseHistory #EarlyMiddleAges #History #FexingoHistory #NorseSagas #Lindisfarne Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo