Wspólnota, religia, prawa – mit o trojańskim pochodzeniu w angielskiej historiografii przedoświeceniowej

In the Middle Ages, most Western European countries looked for their roots in Trojan War. 12th century Geoffrey of Monmouth created a story which he made Brutus Troy founder state. For several centuries, became basis discussion between writers about beginnings The was also used by successive monarchs – war propaganda, to emphasize independence from Pope or try strengthen royal power. Although criticism origin appeared early on, some did not want reject centuries-old tradition.