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Sir William Bagot

A favorite of Richard who later testifies against Aumerle.

minor

Also known as Bagot, Bolingbroke Bagot

First appearance: Scene IV

Sir William Bagot shows up with force in Scene IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Present with the king, observing Bolingbroke's behavior.
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In Scene IV: Present with the king, observing Bolingbroke's behavior. Later, in Scene II: Chooses to go to Ireland to join King Richard;…

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DODuke of AumerleEOEarl of BerkeleyDODuchess of Glo…KRKing Richard IIBOBishop of Carl…SWSir William Bagot

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Character groups

  • Courtiers and Conspirators
  • Loyalists and Exiles
  • Family and Captors
  • Protagonist
  • Prophet and Mourners

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SetupAftermathClimax
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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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