They Have Different Names
We people thought that Vikings would refer themselves as Vikings. However, we were wrong. For them, “Vikings” was used Scandinavian means. They were the people who participated in the overseas voyages. What would they call themselves? We could say they were named “Ostmen” or “Astmen,” which means “East-men.” Ostmen had settled their place on the Eastern coast of Ireland.

They Have Different Names
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