# Prince John of Lancaster — Henry IV, Part I character guide

> Prince John of Lancaster in Henry IV, Part I by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Lord John of Lancaster, John of Lancaster, Prince John

**First appearance:** 0015-act-iv-scene-i

## Who they are

King Henry's younger son, Prince John of Lancaster stands quietly at court, a sober foil to his wayward brother Hal and a future commander in his father's wars.

## In the story

### [Scene II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/henry_iv_part_i_se/chapters/act-iii-scene-ii)

Mentioned as being sent with Westmoreland to confront the rebels.

### [Scene I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/henry_iv_part_i_se/chapters/act-iv-scene-i)

Reported to be marching with Westmoreland and seven thousand strong toward the rebels.

### [Scene I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/henry_iv_part_i_se/chapters/act-v-scene-i)

Present in the King's camp as part of the royal party.

### [Scene IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/henry_iv_part_i_se/chapters/act-v-scene-iv)

Fights alongside his brother, expresses amazement at Falstaff's tale, and helps secure victory.

### [Scene V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/henry_iv_part_i_se/chapters/act-v-scene-v)

Receives the honor of delivering Douglas to freedom and is tasked with leading forces against Northumberland and Scroop.

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