Evidence: millennia of tales passed down, even in pre-history prior to written language, that told of brave men facing adversity (other men and threats both natural and supernatural). They fight and suffer and prevail in the pursuit of honor for themselves, their people, and their way of life.
Short answer: Yes.
Evidence: millennia of tales passed down, even in pre-history prior to written language, that told of brave men facing adversity (other men and threats both natural and supernatural). They fight and suffer and prevail in the pursuit of honor for themselves, their people, and their way of life.