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Lord Fitzwater

Nobleman who accuses Aumerle of Gloucester's murder.

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Also known as Fitzwater, Aumerle Fitzwater

First appearance: Scene I

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Accuses Aumerle of Gloucester's death and throws down his gage; also challenges Surrey's testimony.
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In Scene I: Accuses Aumerle of Gloucester's death and throws down his gage; also challenges Surrey's testimony. Later, in Scene VI: Brings news of the execution of Brocas and Sir Bennet Seely, rebels against…

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DODuke of AumerleSWSir William Ba…QIQueen IsabelDODuchess of Glo…BOBishop of Carl…LFLord Fitzwater

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  • Courtiers and Conspirators
  • Loyalists and Exiles
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  • Family and Captors

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