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Duke of Austria

An ally of France who wears the lion's skin of Richard the Lionheart.

minor

Also known as Austria, Austria Peace

First appearance: act ii

Duke of Austria shows up with force in Scene I. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Allies with France, pledges to support Arthur until he is king of England.
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In Scene I: Allies with France, pledges to support Arthur until he is king of England. Later, in Scene I: Insulted by Constance and the…

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  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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