King Arthur is one of the most famous legendary figures in Western mythology. His story has been retold in literature, film, and other forms of media for centuries. While the story of King Arthur is steeped in myth and legend, historians have uncovered evidence that suggests he was a real person. Arthur was a British leader who lived in the late 5th and early 6th centuries. According to legend, he led the defense of Britain against Saxon invaders, and his knights of the Round Table were the e...