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Duke of Surrey

Nobleman loyal to Richard, accused of treason by Fitzwater.

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Also known as Surrey

First appearance: act iv scene i

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  • Courtiers and Conspirators
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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This scene is the dramatic climax because it marks the irreversible point of no return where Bolingbroke publi…

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