Waterford Viking settlement may be 'find of the century'

Archaeologists have stated that a newly-discovered Viking settlement near Waterford City may be the historical find of the century.

Waterford Viking settlement may be 'find of the century'

Archaeologists have stated that a newly-discovered Viking settlement near Waterford City may be the historical find of the century.

Experts had believed that the site at Woodstown was a modest settlement, but recent examination has revealed a bustling town of approximately 4,000 people, with access to an impressive fleet of ships.

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