Hadrian the Seventh · Character
Sir Francis Bertram
A British diplomat or envoy to the Vatican.
minor
Also known as Sir Francis
First appearance: xx
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English Ambassador who hosts Hadrian for tea and discusses England's alliance with Turkey.
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- Minor characters and international figures
- Protagonist
- Papal court and allies
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