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Sir John Conroy

Comptroller of the Duchess of Kent's household, whom Victoria deeply distrusted.

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Also known as Conroy, Sir John

First appearance: ii childhood

Sir John Conroy shows up with force in II. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The Duchess's majordomo; his daughter Victoire is Victoria's playmate.
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In II: The Duchess's majordomo; his daughter Victoire is Victoria's playmate. Later, in IV: The Duchess's confidential adviser, he fuels the feud with Baroness Lehzen and insists on royal salutes for the Duchess's…

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BDBenjamin Disra…CGCharles GrevilleSTSir Theodore M…DODuchess of KentPAPrince Alexand…SJSir John Conroy

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  • Early Court Circle
  • Foreign Monarchs and Favorites
  • Extended Court and Historical Figures

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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