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Captain of Calais

French captain who surrenders Calais to the English.

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Also known as Captain The burgesses of Calice

First appearance: act iv scene vi

Captain of Calais shows up with force in Scene II: The Siege of Calais. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Delivers the burgesses' offer to surrender the town and receives Edward's harsh terms.
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KEKing Edward IIILPLord PercyCVCharles VilliersQPQueen PhilipPEPrince EdwardCOCaptain of Calais

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  • French and Scottish Captives
  • Protagonist
  • English Court and Allies

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See Captain of Calais in act iv scene vi