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Sir Nicholas Vaux

A courtier who oversees preparations for Anne's coronation.

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Also known as Sir Nicholas Vaux, Vaux, Sir Nicholas

First appearance: act iv scene i

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Takes charge of Buckingham after Lovell, preparing the barge for the duke's final journey.
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CWCardinal WolseyKHKing Henry VIIIFGFirst GentlemanDODuke of Buckin…LSLord SandsSNSir Nicholas Vaux

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  • Nobles, Servants, and Witnesses
  • Court Factions and Victims
  • Protagonist

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