The Langeid Viking Battle Axe and a Warrior Who Singlehandedly Held Off the Entire English Army
Contrary to what many believe, battle axes from the last part of the Viking age, i.e. the 11th century, had evolved to become light, streamlined, and well-balanced. At the same time, they were powerful lethal weapons, something the recently reconstructed broad axe from Langeid in Southern Norway confirms.
Source: ancient-origins.net