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Duke of Burgundy

The Duke who mediates the peace treaty between England and France.

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Also known as Burgundy, Duke of Burgundy

First appearance: The Wooing of Katherine and the Treaty of Troyes

Duke of Burgundy shows up with force in The Wooing of Katherine and the Treaty of Troyes. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Delivers a lengthy speech on the ravages of war and the need for peace, acting as mediator between the kings.
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  • Nobility, Clergy, and National Symbols
  • Protagonist
  • Common Soldiers and French Commanders

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