8.7 | The Real Merlin & Arthur

Historians generally agree that the legendary versions of Arthur and Merlin are —amalgamations of several real-life figures from the "Dark Ages" (roughly 5th–6th century A.D.). Who Was the "Real" King Arthur?

: They examine the History of the Kings of Britain , written by Geoffrey of Monmouth in 1136, which is widely considered the source of the modern legend. 8.7 The Real Merlin & Arthur

Most specialists today view Arthur as a mythological figure, but several historical candidates have been proposed: Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Historians generally agree that the legendary versions of

: The pair travels from Cardiff to Mold and across the Welsh landscape to consult experts and visit historical sites. Most specialists today view Arthur as a mythological

: The documentary highlights that while the TV series is a fantasy, the legends themselves were based on centuries of Welsh folklore and early chronicles that were later "modified" for medieval audiences. The Historical Figures