# Duke of Wellington — Don Juan character guide

> Duke of Wellington in Don Juan by Lord Byron.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Wellington, The great Duke

**First appearance:** 0004-dedication

## Who they are

The British military hero satirized in the poem's dedication and later cantos.

## In the story

### [Preface to Cantos VI, VII, and VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/don_juan_se/chapters/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.

### [Canto IX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/don_juan_se/chapters/canto-ix)

Byron delivers a biting satire of Wellington, criticizing his military glory and political legacy.

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