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Duke of York

Victoria's uncle, known for military scandals.

minor

Also known as York

First appearance: i antecedents

Duke of York shows up with force in II. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Divides his life between London and a country house; married to the Princess Royal of Prussia with no children.
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In II: Divides his life between London and a country house; married to the Princess Royal of Prussia with no children. Later, in III: Died…

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PAPrince Alexand…KLKing LeopoldDODuke of Wellin…DODuke of York

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  • Other

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  • Extended Court and Historical Figures
  • Early Court Circle

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SetupAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This is the dramatic climax because it reveals the profound emotional and psychological isolation of Prince Al…

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See Duke of York in i antecedents