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[zaq]

Pls relate Arthur of Gododdin 2 Arthur of South Wales

[Ian Weir]

Post by zaq
Pls relate Arthur of Gododdin 2 Arthur of South Wales

The reference in "The Gododdin" suggests the poet was aware of someone
named Arthur -- either historical or legendary -- with a reputation as
a great fighter.

Such a warrior figure was attached to historical events in South Wales
in the 6th Century, but it's a stretch to conclude that this supposedly
historical Arthur actually existed. Some historians make the stretch
happily. Lots don't.

Best
Ian