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Count Melun

A French nobleman who warns the English rebels of the Dauphin's treachery.

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Also known as Melun, Melun Fly, The Count Melun

First appearance: Scene IV

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In Scene II: Present in the camp, instructed by Lewis to copy and keep the written oath. Later, in Scene IV: Mortally wounded, he reveals…

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COConstanceKJKing JohnEOEarl of Salisb…PFPhilip Faulcon…LTLewis the Daup…CMCount Melun

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  • Claimants and conspirators
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See Count Melun in Scene IV
See Count Melun in Scene IV