[Texas_Jarhead]

I thought I just read an article the other day proclaiming, at long last, the vinland map a clever fake.

[Notforprophet]

I remember watching an "In Search Of..." episode where they said it was forged by a 20th Century priest who had an affinity for ancient maps. I forget his name now, though.

[sourcery]

Yes, you did. The main reason I posted this was because I had also seen the same article, and thought it would therefore be relevant to post a contrary opinion. Given the facts presented, and the reputations of the sources, I tend to favor the 'map is authentic' theory.