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Sir William Mountague

English knight and messenger.

minor

First appearance: Scene I

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Reports the Scottish invasion and the siege of Roxborough Castle where the Countess is trapped.
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In Scene I: Reports the Scottish invasion and the siege of Roxborough Castle where the Countess is trapped. Later, in Scene II: Arrives to…

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  • Other

Character groups

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

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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