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The History of Henry Esmond · Character

Lord Oxford

A politician and Lord Treasurer under Queen Anne.

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Also known as Mortimer, my Lord Oxford and Mortimer, Oxford

First appearance: x we entertain a very distinguished guest at kensington

Lord Oxford first appears in 0044 x we entertain a very distinguished guest at kensington.

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DODuke of HamiltonRHRobert HarleyQAQueen AnneHEHenry EsmondHSHenry St. JohnLOLord Oxford

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  • Military & Political Figures
  • Castlewood Family & Circle
  • Protagonist

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