# Duke of Bourbon — Henry V character guide

> Duke of Bourbon in Henry V by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Bourbon

**First appearance:** 0026-act-iv-scene-v

## Who they are

A French nobleman who fights at Agincourt.

## In the story

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

Vows to sell his dukedom rather than let the English march unopposed; mocks English dancing.

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

Urges a return to battle to die with honor rather than face eternal shame.

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