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Henry IV, Part I · Character

Sir Michael

A messenger for the rebel Archbishop of York.

minor

Also known as Michael, good Sir Michael

First appearance: act iv scene iii

Sir Michael shows up with force in Scene IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Receives urgent letters from the Archbishop and reassures him of the rebel strength, listing key commanders.
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ASArchbishop Scr…PHPrince HalKHKing Henry IVFRFrancisHOHotspurSMSir Michael

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Rebels and Tavern Crew
  • Loyalists and Captives
  • Protagonist

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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