<\/figure>\n\n\n\nLife in Greenland during Erik’s time was challenging due to the harsh weather conditions and limited resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Norse settlers had to rely heavily on farming and animal husbandry to sustain themselves. They grew crops such as barley and raised livestock like sheep for food and clothing. However, the harsh climate made it difficult to grow crops, and the soil was often poor, which led to frequent crop failures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In addition to farming, hunting and fishing were also essential for survival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Norse settlers hunted seals for their meat and fur, and they fished for cod and other fish in the surrounding waters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The settlers also interacted with the Inuit and Dorset cultures, who had been living in Greenland for thousands of years. They learned from them how to hunt and fish in the harsh environment, which helped them to survive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Interactions with Indigenous Peoples<\/h3>\n\n\n\n The Norse settlers in Greenland had both friendly and hostile interactions with the indigenous peoples. The Inuit and Dorset cultures had already been living in Greenland for thousands of years before the Norse arrived.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Norse settlers traded with the Inuit for furs, ivory, and other goods. They also learned from the Inuit how to hunt and fish in the harsh environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, conflicts also arose between the Norse settlers and the indigenous peoples. The Norse settlers saw themselves as superior to the Inuit and Dorset cultures, and they often tried to convert them to Christianity. This led to tension and conflict between the two groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite the challenges, the Norse settlers managed to survive in Greenland for several centuries. They built churches and established a colony that lasted until the 15th century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Today, the Kalaallit, who are the descendants of the Inuit people, still live in Greenland and continue to maintain their traditional way of life.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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