Did Viking Settlers Bring Amerindians Back to Iceland?
A fascinating study is investigating the presence of American Indian genes in the Icelandic population. Its generally agreed that Norse settlers, probably lead by Leif Ericsson, arrived in North America around 1000 AD, setting up a small colony of some 50 individuals. Norse Sagas relate trade, tension and eventual conflict with Native American tribes so it seems reasonable the Norse settlers might well have brought back with them one or more captive Amerindians.
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