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Henry IV, Part II · Character

Peter Bullcalf

A recruit who bribes his way out of military service.

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Also known as Bullcalf, Shallow Peter Bullcalf, Bullcalf O Lord

First appearance: Scene II

Peter Bullcalf shows up with force in Scene II. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Bribes Bardolph to avoid service; Falstaff dismisses him as too large.
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Peter Bullcalf first appears in 0013 act iii scene ii.

In Scene II: Bribes Bardolph to avoid service; Falstaff dismisses him as too large.

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SJSir John Falst…FFFrancis FeeblePHPrince HarryKHKing Henry IVRMRalph MouldyPBPeter Bullcalf

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  • King's loyal knights and messengers
  • Protagonist
  • Rebel leaders and conspirators

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

In this scene, the emotional and psychological peak occurs when King Henry IV, aware of his own mortality, del…

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