King Arthur

I am studying the Anglo Saxons for a presentation on Christianity in East Anglia. I recently attended a talk on King Arthur. I would be interesting to have other people's input on the historical aspect of the Authurian legends and possibly any suggestions as where the supposed 12 battles actually took place.

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Convivial · 26-30, F

My understanding is that all the Arthurian legends were based on one book written in the 16th century...

ArishMell · 70-79, M

@Convivial They are not even legends, or at least, not English legends let alone Cornish tourist-trade ideas.

Fiction yes, a 15th Century novel with later additions; inspired by French sources..

(A legend is a folk belief of, usually, unknown origin and age.)

Convivial · 26-30, F

@ArishMell I saw your more free detailed answer after I posted... Couldn't remember Mallory's name so thanks for the mental jog