Ancient Viking sword discovered 'sticking up out of the ground' after 1,300 years
A 6-year-old boy named Henrik spotted a well-preserved Viking Age sword in a Norwegian field, a rare find officials say likely belonged to a warrior of "high status.".
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- Primary source: Fox News
- Published: Jun 17, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC
- Coverage area: Intelligence & Security
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