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The Mystery of Cador’s Role as King Arthur’s Ally

Cador, duke of Cornwall, is a prominent character in the Arthurian legends. He is presented as one of King Arthur’s most trusted allies.

By Caleb HowellsOctober 7, 2026

The Mystery of Madoc and Artegall, Brothers of King Arthur

Artegall is the half-brother of King Arthur from Edmund Spenser’s famous The Faerie Queene, while Welsh tradition provides Arthur with a brother named Madoc.

By Caleb HowellsOctober 7, 2026

Was Gorlois, Duke of Cornwall, a Real Person?

Gorlois, the duke of Cornwall, is a figure in the Arthurian legends whose historicity is debated.

By Caleb HowellsOctober 7, 2026

Where Was King Arthur’s Royal Court of Celliwig?

In the Arthurian legends of Welsh tradition, King Arthur’s main royal court is a location called Celliwig, in a region called Cernyw. Can we identify this location? Was it somewhere in Cornwall, as traditionally believed?

By Caleb HowellsOctober 7, 2026