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George V

Reigning king, mentioned in legal context.

minor

Also known as George, George the Fifth

First appearance: xv bar falling

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LMLady Mary WimseyLPLord Peter Wim…DDDowager Duches…GWGerald WimseyCDCaptain Denis …GVGeorge V

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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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