V Malory's 'D' Arthur

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V Malory points out in the Le Morte” D’ Arthur, Book twenty. Chapters 8-20. King Authur, when his Father committed adultery with Iagrayie, went to her room as he disguised as her husband,” he was conceived. Nevertheless, when his father died, Arthur pulled a sword out of a stone and later became King. The noblest king, very chivalrous, He rescued people from warlocks. A man of valor,a powerful leader and judge for the people, King Arthur also, after the night were in battle and they won gave rewards to all the knights. The Feudal Lord was from a system or a group of Lords who protect and had loyalty. The vassal had confidence in the Lords; They knew they would keep their promises”. (Sir Malory).
King Arthur defends his land from twelve northern

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