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Erik Thorvaldsson (c. 950 – c. 1003), known as Erik the Red, was a Norse explorer, described in medieval and Icelandic saga sources as having founded the first European settlement in Greenland. Erik most likely earned the epithet "the Red" due to the color of his hair and beard.
Erik the Red (flourished 10th century, Norway?) was the founder of the first European settlement on Greenland ( c. 985) and the father of Leif Erikson, one of the first Europeans to reach North America.
Apr 2, 2014 · History & Culture. Erik the Red is remembered in medieval and Icelandic sagas as having founded the first continuous settlement in Greenland. Updated: Jan 13, 2021. (950-1000) Who Was Erik...
Feb 1, 2024 · Learn about Erik the Red, the legendary founder of the first Viking colony in Greenland in the 980s CE. Discover the archaeological evidence of his life, legacy, and challenges in the harsh environment.
Apr 6, 2023 · Learn about the life and adventures of Erik the Red, the Norse adventurer who discovered Greenland and led the first settlers there. Find out how he got his name, why he left Iceland, and what legacy he left behind.
Mar 16, 2024 · Erik the Red is one of the most interesting figures in Norse history. Epitomizing the Viking spirit of adventure and conquest, Erik is widely (and mistakenly) remembered as the first European to discover and colonize Greenland. His visit did, however, lay the foundation for Norse expansion into North America, by Erik’s son no less.
Erik the Red was a Norwegian Viking known for discovering and colonizing Greenland. His red hair and beard – which matched his hot tempered personality – earned him the nickname “Erik the Red.”
