This thread is intended to give a centralized point of discussion to the many theories surrounding the historical basis of the works of J.R.R. Tolkien. All viewpoints welcome, but please back claims with support as best as possible.

I will provide a reading list if requested, but until then I don't  want to provide filler links.

> schizo


Fuck off, and don't be a sheep. This has come up again and again, and all we need is a place to discuss it without gaps of Chans or threads. 

With that being said, get comfy and get posting.