Michael Crichton publishes the novel 'Eaters of the Dead,' which serves as the basis for the movie 'The 13th Warrior.'
The movie 'The 13th Warrior,' directed by John McTiernan and starring Antonio Banderas, is released to theaters.
Ahmed ibn Fadlan, an Arab ambassador, arrives among the Norsemen and is assigned to join them on a mission.
Ahmed is accepted into the group of Viking warriors who will protect a village threatened by mysterious attackers.
The group encounters the Wendol, a savage tribe terrorizing the villages; initial skirmishes occur.
The 13 warriors, including Ahmed, travel to the village to prepare defenses against the Wendol.
The warriors train the villagers and fortify defenses in anticipation of an attack.
A fierce and brutal battle takes place between the warriors and the Wendol to protect the village.
Ahmed's skills and courage during the battle earn him respect and acceptance among the Norsemen.
