The discovery of a mysterious sword buried within a rock has captivated the attention of archaeologists and history enthusiasts alike. Believed to be the legendary ‘royal Excalibur,’ the sword of King Arthur, this finding has sparked debates about the existence of the renowned king. For centuries, legends about King Arthur have been passed down, with tales of his marriage to Geneva, leadership of the Knights of the Round Table, possession of the Excalibur sword, and his burial in Avalon after his epic battle with the traitor Mordred.
Historians have long grappled with the question of whether King Arthur was a historical figure or a hero of Celtic mythology. The lack of concrete evidence had left doubts lingering. However, the tide seems to be turning with recent discoveries. Earlier this year, seven fragments of manuscripts about Merlin, King Arthur, and the Holy Grail were found in a library at the University of Bristol, UK. These manuscripts, originally published in Strasbourg, France, between 1494 and 1502, provide intriguing insights into the potential existence of King Arthur.
The latest significant finding was made within the Vrbas River in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Located in the west of the country, the river is home to a 700-year-old sword, believed to be linked to King Arthur. Archaeologist Ivana Pandzik of the Republika Srpska Museum led the excavation near the ruins of a medieval castle in Zvelaj, where the remarkable sword was discovered. Embedded in a solid rock about 10 meters below the river’s surface, the ancient sword was carefully extracted, further bolstering the claims about King Arthur’s existence.
As the world awaits further analysis and research on this extraordinary find, the mystery of King Arthur continues to unfold, leaving historians and enthusiasts alike in awe of the possibilities surrounding this legendary figure.
