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The siege of Paris in 885 was the culmination of the Viking invasions of Francia; looking at the persistent Viking attacks on Francia and the enduring presence of the Scandinavians on the Frankish Empire and beyond.

Political turmoil in Norway leads a voyage of discovery west. The Vikings discover Iceland where they established lasting settlement. Further exploration from Iceland leads to the discovery of Greenland and to the shores of Newfoundland, making them the first Europeans to discover America.

The mid-10th-century reign of Harald Bluetooth as king of a newly unified, powerful and Christianized Denmark marked the beginning of a second Viking age. But the reign was not to last with the Normans finally winning the English Kingdom in 1066. We look at the final days of the Viking empire.

Alaskans face long days and uncertain outcomes during trapping season.

Alaskans must adapt to new obstacles to survive in deep winter.

Alaskans are forced to embrace their inner warrior as winter deepens.

Alaskans soldier through the heart of dark winter in pursuit of the resources they desperately need for survival.

The women fight through ice, snow and cold in the unmerciful Alaska winter.