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Henry VI, Part II · Character

Vaux

Messenger who brings news of Cardinal Beaufort's death.

minor

Also known as Vaux, Exit Vaux

First appearance: act iii scene iii

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

Delivers the message to the queen about Cardinal Beaufort's imminent death.
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KHKing Henry VIEDEleanor, Duche…QMQueen MargaretHDHumphrey, Duke…CBCardinal Beauf…VAVaux

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  • Minor characters and victims
  • Protagonist
  • Conspirators and rebels

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

York’s aside reveals his barely contained fury and his strategic decision to dissemble, marking the emotional…

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See Vaux in act iii scene iii