Norwegian soldiers are training Ukrainian fighters as part of the field training 'Legio', bringing their 'Viking spirit' and warrior culture into the instruction. The training combines Ukraine's combat experience with NATO's combat practices, writes Business Insider. It is noted that 'Legio' is supported by 11 countries but is mainly conducted by the personnel of the elite mechanized infantry battalion of the Norwegian army 'Telemark'. The battalion has made certain aspects of Viking culture a central part of its identity. Major John, the S3 operations officer responsible for coordinating the entire training operation, told reporters that 'Telemark' places great emphasis not only on skill development but also on forming a 'warrior mentality'. According to him, this enables soldiers to fight and 'thrive in harsh conditions'. 'We draw this warrior mentality from our Viking heritage, and Viking culture is very important to us,' John shared. The publication noted that the 'Telemark' battalion has participated in combat missions in the Balkans, Afghanistan, and Iraq. John added that the battalion takes the best from the Viking mentality and incorporates it into the ethical and moral standards required of soldiers. According to John, the training focuses on both combat skills and the 'warrior mentality' and discipline necessary for survival in the harshest conditions. The publication noted that some Ukrainian military personnel arriving for training already have combat experience. Norwegian instructors stated in conversations with reporters that this training is essentially an exchange, where Ukraine's combat experience shapes what NATO partners teach. The exercises are conducted at a camp in southeastern Poland. According to John, they were initially designed to be rigorous: they include day and night operations, and the scenarios are developed to closely replicate the conditions of combat on the front lines. 'The essence of this program is to help the Ukrainian soldier enhance their combat effectiveness and survivability before they go to the front lines,' John told reporters, as reported by UNIAN.