The Sarmatians—fierce, horse-riding warriors of the Eurasian steppes—played a legendary role in the story of King Arthur, particularly as portrayed in the 2004 film King Arthur, where Clive Owen and Keira Knightley deliver powerful, warrior-like performances. In this gritty reimagining, Arthur is depicted as a Roman-Celtic commander, and his knights are Sarmatian cavalrymen—specifically Alans, pressed into lifelong service under Roman command. These knights, bound by honor, loyalty, and a warrior code, bring the myth to life through raw strength and tactical brilliance. As someone whose Y-DNA traces back to the Alan-Sarmatian lineage, I feel a deep ancestral connection to these legendary horsemen. Their courage, independence, and warrior spirit live on—not just in myth, but in blood.
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