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Who Was the Real King Arthur?
The Ancients
Intertwined Histories of Orkney and Arthurian Legends
This chapter explores the historical connections between the Orkney Islands and Roman Britain, particularly regarding the Roman conquest and its impact on the narrative of King Arthur. It unpacks the contributions of notable historical figures in the Arthurian legend and examines the absence of Boudicca in Geoffrey of Monmouth's accounts. Additionally, the chapter investigates the links between legendary characters like Tristan and Isolde and their relevance to the overarching Arthurian mythology.
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