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Originally Posted by the2bears
The Vikings have had an easier history than Native Americans. That should help you answer your questions.
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Really though whether you dress up as an Indian or Viking what should that have to do with the history of either race? The term "Viking" actually means "pirate" or "raider" yet has been attached northern Europeans. You can argue that Norwegians could be offended by the use of Viking. Ironically it was Native Americans that drove the Vikings out of North America btw.
With the Redskins at least you can make a case that some natives find the name offensive but what exactly is offensive about a Chief or an Indian for that matter?