Indeed, the Viking ... numbers of oars to assist with maneuvers in narrow channels. Cargo decks were installed fore and aft. Proof in the planking The secret of the Viking ship lay in its unique ...

But at the same time, their unusual ship design makes it almost unbelievable that they were able to safely sail to the Americas and back. How exactly were Viking ... allowed for oars to be easily ...

The most striking discovery was the biggest longship yet found, 119 feet long, with room for at least 72 oars and ... with replica ships continue to confirm the excellence of Viking ship design.