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Lord Mayor of London

Civic leader manipulated by Richard to legitimize his claim.

minor

Also known as Mayor, Mayor of London

First appearance: Scene V

Lord Mayor of London shows up with force in Scene V. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Witnesses the aftermath of Hastings' execution and is convinced of Richard and Buckingham's just proceedings.
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Lord Mayor of London first appears in 0016 act iii scene v.

In Scene V: Witnesses the aftermath of Hastings' execution and is convinced of Richard and Buckingham's just proceedings.

Later, in Scene VII: Leads the citizens to Baynard's Castle and entreats Richard to accept the crown.

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SWSir William Ca…FOForrestSTSir Thomas LovelKRKing Richard IIIDODuke of Buckin…LMLord Mayor of London

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  • Murderers and Manipulators
  • Richard's Inner Circle
  • Protagonist

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See Lord Mayor of London in Scene V
See Lord Mayor of London in Scene V