Don Juan · Character
Duke of Wellington
The British military hero satirized in the poem's dedication and later cantos.
minor
Also known as Wellington, The great Duke
First appearance: dedication
Duke of Wellington shows up with force in Preface to Cantos VI, VII, and VIII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Indirectly referenced in the context of 'overpensioned homicides' and the 'impious alliance' (Holy Alliance), though not named directly.
Duke of Wellington first appears in 0004 dedication.
In Preface to Cantos VI, VII, and VIII: Indirectly referenced in the context of 'overpensioned homicides' and the 'impious alliance' (Holy Alliance), though not named directly.
Later, in Canto IX: Byron delivers a biting satire of Wellington, criticizing his military glory and political legacy.
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Character groups
- English supernatural satire
- Russian court circle
- English society figures
- Protagonist
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See Duke of Wellington in dedication