Curt Weibull

[2] The Weibull brothers have been characterized as influential in raising the scientific standards of history research in Sweden and Denmark.

Together they are known for having introduced a critical theory of history to Swedish historical research, inspired by German historian Leopold von Ranke (1795–1886).

Weibull was an important mentor to noted Swedish historian Erik Lönnroth (1910–2002), who further developed the methods of evaluating sources.

[4][5] His most important and acclaimed work is a criticism regarding the interpretation and the ahistoricism of the Gesta Danorum by the 12th century Danish historian Saxo Grammaticus.

Kritiska undersökningar i Danmarks historia från Sven Estridsens död till Canute VI (Saxo.