Tales of King Arthur’s court and adventures permeate narrative and historical writing. Historians have attempted to reconcile evidence from ancient Roman, British, and French sources to prove that King Arthur’s legend is more than just a story. Despite years of proffered texts that “corroborate” Geoffrey of Monmouth’s Historia Regum Britannia, the legend of King Arthur is most likely a myth. The story of King Arthur and his court is a fictional saga created to provide early Britain with a historical figure to bond together as a country and perpetuate the establishment of a society where British people could further enhance their culture. This figure aided in the creation of Great Britain and the expulsion of the Roman and Saxon powers from Britain, Iceland, Ireland, Norway, and Gaul. Through the use of this figure, early British history was recorded and Arthur served as a point of union among the new country. …show more content…
Born to early King Uther Pendragon, Arthur rose to power under the tutelage of Merlin the wizard. During the course of his reign, he governed as fair, honest, and strong ruler. These qualities were all ones that heroic legends should have. Arthur exhibited the bravery of a knight, the knowledge of a king, and the genuine sincerity that only a great man could have. A great warrior, he was known to fight alongside those whom he led. Some historians believe that Arthur’s story is so great, he must be part god in order to achieve the victories and mythological status that he has now. But in order to understand the true King Arthur from a historical