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Historical Figures Who Were (Most Likely) Fictional - Neatorama

One problem with history that goes way back is lack of documentation. We didn't always have writing, and even when we did, records could be destroyed by war, natural disasters, and even neglect. Oral histories become distorted or embellished over time. That applies to many historical figures that are now considered fiction, even if they were inspired by someone at some time who really existed. The biggest example is King Arthur, who may or may not have been a real person, but historians believe