Knut Nesse was Norway’s trade commissioner for Canada and commercial counselor with the Norwegian Embassy in Germany. He holds academic degrees from the University of Trondheim, Norway & McGill University, Montreal, Canada. A native of Norway, Knut Nesse maintains a special interest in the Vikings & Arctic explorers. His extensive lecture experience covers a variety of history topics.

Viking Resident Historian Iconic lectures:
- Imperial Russia - Discover the world of the Romanov rulers between the 17th and 19th centuries.
- The Hanseatic League - Explore this dynamic maritime network of Baltic-area traders between the 13th and 15th centuries.
- The Bayeux Tapestry - Examine the artistic and historic significance of this treasure chronicling the Battle of Hastings.
- The Vikings - Challenge traditional stereotypes and learn the real story, examining their influence and legacy.
- Vikings on the Move - Trace the conquests of these innovative explorers, stretching from the Old World to the New World.
- Canadian Exploration - Reflect on the motivations and legacies of key figures, focusing on the late 15th to 17th centuries
- Explorers: Age of Discovery - Learn about the important period of global exploration that began with Columbus and Vasco da Gama.
- Pirates and Treasure Hunters - Explore the myths, romance and some surprising realities of piracy’s Golden Age.
- The American Revolution - Gain a deeper understanding of the war that established the independence of the United States.
- History of France - Follow France's trajectory from her early history through nationhood to today's role as a global leader.
- History of Britain - Explore the significance of how an island nation rose to gain and relinquish a global empire.
- History of the Netherlands - Discover the rise of this 17th century economic powerhouse and the resulting emblems of prosperity that came to define her Golden Age.
- History of Spain - Gain deeper understanding of Spain's unique role in European and world history.
- History of Navigation - Examine the scientific developments and tools of instrumentation allowing for the conquering of the seas prior to 20th-century advances into space.
- Oceans in Context - History & Inspiration - Explore the mysteries of this last frontier and consider the pioneers of innovation and discovery before addressing the contemporary oceanic concerns facing the planet.
- Islands in History - Consider the diverse roles and the significance of islands in determining the
outcomes of colonial, economic and geopolitical history.
- Iceland—Land of Fire & Ice - Gain a deeper insight into the history, geology, culture and mythology of Iceland.
- Indigenous People of the Pacific Northwest - Explore the art, culture and history of the indigenous people from earliest settlements to the present.
- The Pacific Northwest—Exploration & Development - Examine the economic, social and cultural legacy of the region’s explorers and settlers.
- Glaciers—Rivers of Ice - Explore how humans have come to understand the importance of glaciers past, present and future.
- Pre-Columbian Civilizations - Explore the rich empires of the Maya, Aztec and Inca prior to Columbus’s arrival.
- Pacific Exploration - Consider the issues of “East meets West” as explorers and settlers discover the South Pacific.
- History of Germany – Explore the dynamic trajectory of this country’s history from the Middle Ages to today
- History of Scandinavia - Explore how the once united Viking homelands, Sweden, Denmark and Norway, forged their distinct historical paths from the 17th–19th centuries.
- Greek Civilization - Learn about the remarkable achievements of the ancient Greeks and their legacy for later centuries.
- The Venetian Republic - Discover the political and economic factors that led to Venice’s great wealth and artistic riches.
- The Roman Empire - Learn about the remarkable success of the Romans before and after the Imperial period.
- The Italian Renaissance - Explore the Greco-Roman world’s revival and works of 15th- and 16th-century artists and thinkers.

Viking Forums:
- Edvard Munch - Exploring the life and works of this renowned Norwegian painter. What emotions does he want to convey?
- Understanding Germany today - Exploring German society, business culture and way of life. What you need to know to live and work with the Germans.
- Scandinavia: What Unites / Divides? - Norway, Sweden, Denmark: so much alike and yet so different.
- Whaling & Sealing - Justified Livelihood or Banned Practice - Learn about this traditional trade in the North Atlantic and responsible resource management.
- Who owns the High Seas? - What will be the Future of the Oceans? - Explore the actions we need to take to sustain ocean resources and how we can regulate the oceans.
- Arctic Oil & Gas Exploration - Pushing the Boundaries Too Far? - Reflect on the risks of going to the Arctic for new energy and whether those risks are worth it.
- Globalization - Unchecked Capitalism or Supplier of Global Growth? - Discuss whether it increases wealth for all or takes advantage of cheap labor and resources.
- Canada at 150 - Distinct Nation or Virtual 51st US State - Take a look at what the future may hold for Canada, considering the value and cost of being unique.
- Sigurd Jorsalfare - a Viking Crusader - Learn about this Viking and his Crusade to the Holy Land and Miklagard (Constantinople).
- Martin Luther: 500 Years of Reformation - His Protest 500 years ago changed Europe. How does the Reformation influence our view of Christianity today?
- The Crusades – How Do We See This Popular Movement Today? - Discuss these wars which lasted for centuries, and whether these events could happen during our lifetime.
- The Dream of a Pirate Republic - Explore how pirates had their own laws and “pirate” democracy. Could a pirate republic have survived?
- What is the European Union? - Discuss how this world power operates and how their decision making differs from other similar entities.
- Taken Art & Ancient Treasures - Discuss the issue of art, sculptures and historic items removed from their origin.
- The Origin of Our Ideas, Ethics and Beliefs - Explore how ancient civilizations gave us philosophy, moral codes and ethics.


Viking Scenic Sailout Commentaries:
- Bergen, Norway
- Alta, Norway
- Bodoe, Norway
- Prince Christian Sound - Greenland
- L'Anse aux Meadows - Newfoundland, Canada
- Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
- Stockholm Archipelago, Sweden
- Panama Canal, Panama

Enrichment lectures:
- Peter the Great - Emperor of Russia
- Catherine the Great - Empress of Russia
- The Last Tsar - Fall of the Russian Empire
- The Crusades - Wars of the Cross
- Kalmar Union - Scandinavia united under one Queen: never before, never again.
- Prussian Berlin - The rise, rule and influence of the Prussian empire on Germany and Berlin.
- Captain Otto Sverdrup and the exploration of Arctic Canada - Captain Sverdrup discovered large parts of Canada in his 1898 expedition and claimed the lands for Norway.
- Fram - the unique sailing ship used by Norwegian explorers - Learn about the ship and its use in expeditions to the North Pole, Northwest Passage and the South Pole.

Viking Cruises - Viking Sky - Bergen to Stockholm - May 20 - June 3, 2017 - 14 days - Viking Homelands
Viking Cruises - Viking Sky - Stockholm to Bergen - June 3 - June 17, 2017 - 14 days - Viking Homelands
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - Bergen to Montreal - September 17 - October 1, 2017 - 14 days - In the Wake of the Vikings
Viking Cruises - Viking Sky - Stockholm to Bergen - May 12 - May 26, 2018 - 14 days - Viking Homelands
Viking Cruises - Viking Star - Bergen to Greenwich (London) - June 30 - July 14 - 14 days - Into the Midnight Sun
Viking Cruises - Viking Star - Bergen to Montreal - September 22 - October 6, 2018 - 14 days - In the Wake of the Vikings
Viking Cruises - Viking Star - Montreal to New York - October 6 - October 18, 2018 - 12 days - Eastern Seaboard Explorer
Viking Cruises - Viking Star - New York to Miami - October 18 - November 1, 2018 - 14 days - Around the Caribbean Sea
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - Barcelona to Bergen - April 11 - April 25, 2019 - 14 days - Trade Routes through the Middle Ages
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - Bergen to Stockholm - April 25 - May 9, 2019 - 14 days - Viking Homelands
Viking Cruises - Viking Jupiter - Bergen to Amsterdam - June 2 - June 9, 2019 - 7 days - Viking Shores & Fjords
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - Bergen to Montreal - September 12 - September 25, 2019 - 14 days - In the Wake of the Vikings
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - Montreal to New York - September 25 - October 8, 2019 - 12 days - Eastern Seaboard Explorer
Viking Cruises - Viking Star - Bergen to London - February 15 - February 27, 2020 - 12 days - In Search of the Northern Lights
Viking Cruises - Viking Star - London to Bergen - February 27 - March 10, 2020 - 12 days - In Search of the Northern Lights
Viking Cruises - Viking Jupiter - Reykjavik to Reykjavik - August 3 - August 10, 2021 - 8 days - Iceland's Natural Beauty
Viking Cruises - Viking Jupiter - Reykjavik to Reykjavik - August 10 - August 17, 2021 - 8 days - Iceland's Natural Beauty
Viking Cruises - Viking Jupiter - Reykjavik to Reykjavik - August 17 - August 24, 2021 - 8 days - Iceland's Natural Beauty
Viking Cruises - Viking Orion - Ft Lauderdale to Los Angeles - November 17 - December 4 - 18 days - Panama Canal & Pacific Coast
Viking Cruises - Viking Orion - Los Angeles to Los Angeles - December 4 - December 20, 2021 - 16 days - Mexican Sojourn
Viking Cruises - Viking Venus - Bergen to London - January 21 - February 5, 2022 - 12 days - In Search of the Northern Lights
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - San Juan to San Juan - February 5 - February 15, 2022 - 10 days - West Indies Explorer
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - San Juan to San Juan - February 15 - February 25, 2022 - 10 days - West Indies Explorer
Viking Cruises - Viking Orion - Vancouver to Seward - May 3 - May 13, 2022 - 10 days - Alaska & the Inside Passage
Viking Cruises - Viking Venus - Bergen to London - July 29 - August 12, 2022 - 14 days - British Isles Explorer
Viking Cruises - Viking Venus - London to Bergen - August 12 - August 26, 2022 - 14 days - British Isles Explorer
Viking Cruises - Viking Venus - Bergen to Stockholm - August 26 - September 9, 2022 - 14 days - Viking Homelands
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - Athens to Venice - October 29 - November 7, 2022 - 10 days - Empires of the Mediterranean
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - Venice to Barcelona - November 7 - November 19, 2022 - 12 days - Mediterranean Odyssey
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - Barcelona to Rome - November 19 - November 26, 2022 - 8 days - Iconic Western Mediterranean
Viking Cruises - Viking Sky - Barcelona to Rome - March 3 - March 10, 2023 - 8 days - Iconic Western Mediterranean
Viking Cruises - Viking Sky - Rome to Venice - March 10 - March 17, 2023 - 8 days - Italian Sojourn
Viking Cruises - Viking Sky - Venice to Athens - March 17 - March 24, 2023 - 8 days - Venice, the Adriatic & Greece
Viking Cruises - Viking Sky - Athens to Venice - March 24 - April 2, 2023 - 10 days - Empires of the Mediterranean
Viking Cruises - Viking Sky - Venice to Barcelona - April 2 - April 14, 2023 - 12 days - Mediterranean Odyssey
Viking Cruises - Viking Sky - Barcelona to Rome - April 14 - April 21 - 8 days - Iconic Western Mediterranean
Viking Cruises - Viking Mars - Bergen to Stockholm - June 20 - July 4, 2023 - 14 days - Viking Homelands
Viking Cruises - Viking Mars - Stockholm to Bergen - July 4 - July 18, 2023 - 14 days - Viking Homelands
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - Barcelona to Venice - August 11 - August 23, 2023 - 12 days - Mediterranean Odyssey
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - Venice to Athens - August 23 - September 1, 2303 - 9 days - Empires of the Mediterranean
Viking Cruises - Viking Mars - Panama City to Ft Lauderdale - October 20 - October 30 - 10 days - Classic Panama & Canal Passage
Viking Cruises - Viking Mars - Ft Lauderdale to Ft Lauderdale - October 30 - November 13, 2023 - 14 days - Panama Canal & Central America
Viking Cruises - Viking Mars - Ft Lauderdale to Ft Lauderdale - November 13 - November 27, 2023 - 14 days - Panama Canal & Central America
Viking Cruises - Viking Mars - Ft Lauderdale to Panama City - November 27 - December 7, 2023 - 10 days - Classic Panama & Canal Passage
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - San Juan, Puerto Rico to Barcelona - March 27, 2024 - 13 days - West Indies & the Iberian Peninsula (scheduled)
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - Barcelona to Venice - April 8, 2024 - 13 days - Mediterranean Odyssey (scheduled)
Viking Cruises - Viking Sea - Venice to Athens - April 20, 2024 - 10 days - Empires of the Mediterranean (scheduled)

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