King Arthur Chivalry

During the Medieval Period, loyalty and chivalry were held in high regard as being the defining traits of a knight. A knight was a warrior and what honor and glory they gained was from their ability to fight and die for their country and king.
Tales of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table glorify characters such as Sir Lancelot for his courage and bravery and use him as an example of how all knights should behave and act. In the story Lancelot is Arthur’s closest friend and most trusted knight. His character is defined on the virtues of chivalry, such as courage, courtesy towards women, and the ability to fight in combat.
Loyalty also played an enormous role in shaping the role of a knight. Loyalty of a knight not only came from