Caleb is a published history author with a strong interest in ancient Britain and the Mediterranean world. He holds a BA in the Doctrines and Methodology of Education from USILACS. He is the author of "King Arthur: The Man Who Conquered Europe" and "The Trojan Kings of Britain: Myth or History?". Caleb enjoys learning about history in general, but he especially loves investigating myths and legends and seeing how they might be explained by historical events and individuals.
Areas of Expertise
How the House of Wessex Became England’s Most Powerful Rulers
The House of Wessex was one of the most prominent and influential dynasties in the history of medieval England. Who were its most notable members?
4 Ways William the Conqueror Transformed England’s Laws, Lands, and People
How did the arrival of William the Conqueror and the Norman elite change life in Medieval England? Four ways William the Conqueror transformed England.
What Happened After the Minoan Collapse?
The Minoan culture collapsed in the Late Bronze Age. Their cities disappeared, but what happened to the people when their civilization fell?
The Legend of Uther Pendragon, King Arthur’s Father
Uther Pendragon is an important figure in the legends of King Arthur. What is his role in these legends, and might he have been a historical figure?
Was King Arthur Really an Irish Prince Named Artuir mac Aedan?
One theory suggests that King Arthur was based on a historical Irish prince called Artuir mac Aedan. What is the evidence for and against this theory?
The Real Historical Background of Sir Percival’s Arthurian Legends
Sir Percival is a famous character from the Arthurian legends closely associated with the Holy Grail. Was the virtuous knight a real historical figure?
Celtic Kingdoms in Britain: Did the Catuvellani Rule the Silures?
Pre-Roman Britain was ruled by Celtic tribes, one of the most powerful of which was the Catuvellani, who may have occupied territory from London to Wales.
Mordred: King Arthur’s Treacherous Nephew
Mordred is King Arthur’s ultimate enemy in the Arthurian legends, the one who finally manages to bring down the kingdom of Camelot.
The Legend of Merlin, King Arthur’s Mysterious Wizard
Merlin is one of the most popular figures from the Arthurian legends, often reimagined in modern retellings. What do the original stories say about the wizard?
The Kings of Troy, From Priam’s Dynasty to Roman Legends
Priam was the king of Troy during the Trojan War. What do we know about Priam and the ruling dynasty of legendary Troy?
How Athelfrith of Northumbria Defeated the British Kings
The Anglo-Saxon king Athelfrith was a powerful monarch who defeated numerous kings in Britain during the 7th century, contributing to Britain’s transformation.
The Incredible Story of Northumbria’s Founder in Medieval Legend
Athelfrith of Northumbria was such a prominent king in Dark Age Britain that he appeared in a variety of medieval legends.