[Wombat101]

Guess again...Written references to Arthur are being made in the 4th-5th century. Therefore, the Arthurian legend predates the sword in the stone (at least this ONE) by 6-700 years, NOT the other way around...

[Wombat101]

Whoops! Just realized a major flaw in my thinking. I've just realised that the 4th century would be the years between 301 and 400, NOT 401 and 500. Therefore, your assertion that nothing historical exists relating to Arthur priot to the 5th or 6th century is correct. Tell me I don't feel like an ass? Guess my BA in Western Civ should be revoked!

However, this still does not detract from my original point that the myth/legend of Arthur predates the Italian sword int he stone thingy by quite a number of years.

Still, I'm embarrased and showing my backside, and I apologize...