Norwegian researchers opened a tomb containing the remains of descendants of Viking leader Rollo in Normandy, France on Monday with the aim of putting an end to a centuries-long debate: was Rollo Danish or Norwegian? The researchers will attempt to obtain DNA from 8 teeth found in the tomb. Click here to read more in The Local, Norway's news in English.
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Was Viking ruler Rollo Danish or Norwegian?
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