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Theories for a Historical Arthur

Below are specific theories concerning the identity of the historical King Arthur.
Arturius - A Quest for Camelot
As promotion for his book, D. F. Carroll provides several pages exploring his theory that the legendary Arthur was based on a Scottish prince, and issues a $50,000 challenge.
Cadbury Castle: King Arthur's Camelot?
This excerpt from "The Traveller's Guide to Arthurian Britain" by Geoffrey Ashe at Britannia Internet Magazine explores the theory that this fortified hill was once Camelot.
King Arthur and Cuneglasus
Mark Devere Davis offers an original essay that draws parallels between the legendary Arthur and the historical figure detailed in Gildas' De Excidio Britonum.
King Arthur's Burial Cross
Fascinating story of the cross allegedly buried with King Arthur, the location of which was possibly discovered by King Henry II, at Britannia Internet Magazine.
Lucius Artorius Castus
Part one of Linda Malcor's scholarly article at The Heroic Age explores what is known about this Roman officer who lived in the late second century. Part two examines the details of signifcant parallels to the legendary Arthur.

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