# Raoul de Bragelonne — The Vicomte de Bragelonne character guide > Raoul de Bragelonne in The Vicomte de Bragelonne by Alexandre Dumas. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Raoul, M. de Bragelonne, Vicomte de Bragelonne **First appearance:** 0007-4-father-and-son ## Snapshot Athos's honorable son, a young officer whose pure love for Louise de La Vallière collides with his father's stern demands and the king's silent rivalry. ## Who they are Raoul returns from war expecting to marry the woman he loves, only to find his father counseling patience and an illustrious alliance instead. He is a man of the sword and of duty, quick to defend his mother's honor yet unable to press his own suit against Athos's implacable reserve. His devotion, tested by court intrigue and royal desire, makes him the novel's moral center and its most vulnerable heart. ## Relationships ### [D'Artagnan](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/d_artagnan) _friendship_ D'Artagnan is a mentor and father figure to Raoul, showing deep affection and protective concern for the young man. ### [Louise de La Vallière](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/louise_de_la_valliere) _romantic_ Louise was betrothed to Raoul and loves him genuinely, but her heart is torn when she falls for King Louis XIV. ### [Athos](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/athos) _family_ Athos is Raoul's devoted father, guiding him with wisdom and sorrowful concern for his son's future. ### [Louis XIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/louis_xiv) _rivalry_ Louis XIV becomes Raoul's rival for Louise's love, causing deep tension and ultimately tragedy for Raoul. ### [D'Artagnan](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/d_artagnan) _friendship_ D'Artagnan is a mentor and father figure to Raoul, showing deep affection and protective concern for the young man. ### [Athos](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/athos) _family_ Athos is Raoul's devoted father, guiding him with wisdom and sorrowful concern for his son's future. ### [Louis XIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/louis_xiv) _rivalry_ Louis XIV becomes Raoul's rival for Louise's love, causing deep tension and ultimately tragedy for Raoul. ### [Louise de La Vallière](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/louise_de_la_valliere) _romantic_ Louise was betrothed to Raoul and loves him genuinely, but her heart is torn when she falls for King Louis XIV. ### [Louis XIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/louis_xiv) _rivalry_ Louis XIV becomes Raoul's rival for Louise's love, causing deep tension and ultimately tragedy for Raoul. ### [Louise de La Vallière](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/louise_de_la_valliere) _romantic_ Louise was betrothed to Raoul and loves him genuinely, but her heart is torn when she falls for King Louis XIV. ### [Athos](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/athos) _family_ Athos is Raoul's devoted father, guiding him with wisdom and sorrowful concern for his son's future. ### [D'Artagnan](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/d_artagnan) _friendship_ D'Artagnan is a mentor and father figure to Raoul, showing deep affection and protective concern for the young man. ## In the story ### [The Vicomte de Bragelonne](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/the-vicomte-de-bragelonne) The Vicomte de Bragelonne, returning home after a decade. ### [Part I: The Vicomte de Bragelonne](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/part-i-the-vicomte-de-bragelonne) Introduced as the Vicomte de Bragelonne, a young nobleman of honor and promise. ### [The Letter](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/1-the-letter) Mentioned as the recipient of Louise's letter; he is a friend from childhood and serves M. le Prince in Paris. ### [The Messenger](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/2-the-messenger) Arrives as the messenger from the Prince de Condé, delivering news of the king's visit. ### [The Interview](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/3-the-interview) Returns to Blois and is secretly guided to meet Louise de La Vallière; he is respectful and deeply in love. ### [Father and Son](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/4-father-and-son) Returns home after a year; questioned by his father about Louise de La Vallière; shows filial devotion and honesty. ### [In Which Something Will Be Said of Cropoli—Of Cropoli and of a Great Unknown Painter](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/5-in-which-something-will-be-said-of-cropoli-of-cropoli-and-of-a-great-unknown-painter) Accompanies Athos on his visit to new buildings and horses. ### [Remember!](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/16-remember) Recipient of a letter left by Athos. ### [In Which d’Artagnan Prepares to Travel for the House of Planchet and Company](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/21-in-which-d-artagnan-prepares-to-travel-for-the-house-of-planchet-and-company) Mentioned in d'Artagnan's will as the young friend to whom sums are to be given. ### [Athos and d’Artagnan Meet Once More at the Hostelry of the Corne du Cerf](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/32-athos-and-d-artagnan-meet-once-more-at-the-hostelry-of-the-corne-du-cerf) Mentioned by Athos as part of his future plans to share his resources with. ### [An Affair of State](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/40-an-affair-of-state) Present in the room, exchanges a smile and a bow with Athos. ### [The Recital](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/41-the-recital) Present at the court, he is reunited with his father Athos after the conference. ### [In Which Mazarin Becomes Prodigal](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/42-in-which-mazarin-becomes-prodigal) Present with Athos; Athos expects him to visit later for a private conversation. ### [A Passion](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/51-a-passion) Expresses his unhappiness at being left behind, confesses his passion for Louise de La Vallière, and refuses Athos's consent out of loyalty. ### [D’Artagnan’s Lesson](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/52-d-artagnan-s-lesson) Meets D'Artagnan while leading dragoons from Vincennes, dines with him, and receives advice about his future. ### [The Cabaret of the Image-de-Notre-Dame](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/61-the-cabaret-of-the-image-de-notre-dame) Accompanies d'Artagnan to the cabaret, expressing reluctance to witness the execution. ### [62: Vive Colbert!](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/62-vive-colbert) Assists d'Artagnan in extinguishing the fire and throwing an incendiary out the window; expresses horror at the violence. ### [In Which d’Artagnan at Last Places His Hand Upon His Captain’s Commission](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/76-in-which-d-artagnan-at-last-places-his-hand-upon-his-captain-s-commission) Presented to the king; transferred from Monsieur le Prince's service to the king's; recalls his oath to serve royalty. ### [The Courtyard of the Hôtel Grammont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/81-the-courtyard-of-the-h-tel-grammont) Arrives to join the journey to Le Havre, defends d'Artagnan's honor against de Wardes's slights. ### [The Portrait of Madame](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/82-the-portrait-of-madame) Present during the tense discussion with de Wardes; de Guiche's close friend. ### [Le Havre](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/83-le-havre) Remains aloof, watches the sea, and rebukes de Wardes for speaking lightly of the princess's honor. ### [At Sea](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/84-at-sea) Accompanies de Guiche in the pilot boat, understanding the risks but choosing to support his friend. ### [The Tents](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/85-the-tents) Observes Buckingham's behavior, warns him against compromising the royal house, and threatens violence; ultimately accepts Buckingham's embrace. ### [Night](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/86-night) Observes de Guiche and Buckingham from his tent, reflects on honor and duty, and delivers a pointed speech to de Guiche about the proper conduct toward the princess. ### [From Le Havre to Paris](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/87-from-le-havre-to-paris) Defends his honor against de Wardes's insults, disarms him in a duel, and accepts Buckingham's friendship. ### [An Account of What the Chevalier de Lorraine Thought of Madame](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/88-an-account-of-what-the-chevalier-de-lorraine-thought-of-madame) Raoul remains indifferent to Madame's charms, writes letters to Louise de La Vallière, and receives them back unopened; he learns from Malicorne that Louise has left Blois for Paris. ### [The Surprise of Madame de Montalais](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/89-the-surprise-of-madame-de-montalais) Shocked to find Louise de La Vallière and Montalais as maids of honor; tries to maintain composure amid court gossip. ### [The Consent of Athos](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/90-the-consent-of-athos) Returns to Blois to seek his father's consent to marry Louise de La Vallière; reveals the insult to his mother by De Wardes. ### [Forever!](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/92-forever) Mentioned as a possible source of suspicion, but the queen denies he revealed Buckingham's secret. ### [King Louis XIV Does Not Think Mademoiselle de La Vallière Either Rich Enough or Pretty Enough for a Gentleman of the Rank of the Vicomte de Bragelonne](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/93-king-louis-xiv-does-not-think-mademoiselle-de-la-valli-re-either-rich-enough-or-pretty-enough-for-a-gentleman-of-the-rank-of-the-vicomte-de-bragelonne) Anxiously awaits the outcome of Athos's audience; is left in consternation after learning the king's refusal. ### [Sword-Thrusts in the Water](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/94-sword-thrusts-in-the-water) Acts as a mediator between de Guiche and Buckingham, seeking to prevent a duel while managing both men's confidences. ### [Sword-Thrusts in the Water (Concluded)](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/95-sword-thrusts-in-the-water-concluded) Present as the offended party; receives de Wardes's apology and declares no animosity. ### [Baisemeaux de Montlezun](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/96-baisemeaux-de-montlezun) Mentioned as being at risk of a duel with de Wardes and facing the king's wishes regarding a marriage. ### [The Advisers](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/109-the-advisers) Advises de Guiche to leave court to avoid disgrace; waits for him after the king's decree. ### [The Nymphs of the Park of Fontainebleau](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/115-the-nymphs-of-the-park-of-fontainebleau) Mentioned by de Guiche as a friend; seen walking with de Guiche in the park. ### [What Was Said Under the Royal Oak](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/116-what-was-said-under-the-royal-oak) Mentioned as La Vallière's longtime admirer; his devotion and her indifference are discussed by the group. ### [The King's Secret](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/118-the-king-s-secret) Mentioned as La Vallière's former fiancé, whose marriage permission was refused by the king. ### [In Which Madame Acquires a Proof That Listeners Hear What Is Said](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/120-in-which-madame-acquires-a-proof-that-listeners-hear-what-is-said) Warns de Guiche about the dangers of his indiscreet confessions and advises him to conceal his love for Madame. He serves as a loyal friend and voice of caution. ### [The Orderly Clerk](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/122-the-orderly-clerk) Mentioned as the betrothed of Louise de La Vallière, though the king avoids confirming the name. ### [How Malicorne Had Been Turned Out of the Hotel of the Beau Paon](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/125-how-malicorne-had-been-turned-out-of-the-hotel-of-the-beau-paon) Mentioned as La Vallière's lover who would be devastated by her betrayal. ### [A Mission](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/129-a-mission) Departs for England on a royal mission; expresses melancholy and foreboding despite the honor. ### [Happy as a Prince](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/130-happy-as-a-prince) Takes leave of Madame Henrietta before departing for England. He reveals that his marriage to Louise de La Vallière has been postponed by the king, and Madame promises to recall him. ### [Madame and de Guiche](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/150-madame-and-de-guiche) Referenced as de Guiche's friend and the man affianced to La Vallière. ### [Montalais and Malicorne](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/151-montalais-and-malicorne) Sends a letter to de Guiche expressing suspicions about de Wardes and asking him to watch over Louise. ### [How de Wardes Was Received at Court](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/152-how-de-wardes-was-received-at-court) Absent in London; de Wardes's remarks about La Vallière are directed at him, and de Guiche acts as his representative. ### [Showing the Advantage of Having Two Strings to One’s Bow](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/160-showing-the-advantage-of-having-two-strings-to-one-s-bow) Mentioned as the fiancé of Louise de La Vallière, whose honor was used as a pretext for the duel. ### [The First Quarrel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/164-the-first-quarrel) Mentioned as the object of the king's jealousy; the king believes La Vallière still loves him. ### [The Apparition](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/175-the-apparition) Mentioned as the recipient of Madame's letter; Louise struggles with her promise to marry him. ### [Hampton Court](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/177-hampton-court) The principal hero of the tale, wandering at the king's caprice; he is sad and anxious after receiving anonymous letters about his beloved, and is torn between duty and love. ### [The Courier from Madame](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/178-the-courier-from-madame) Raoul is granted permission to return to France, though he is conflicted and sorrowful, leaving behind Miss Grafton and his uncertain future. ### [Saint-Aignan Follows Malicorne’s Advice](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/179-saint-aignan-follows-malicorne-s-advice) Returns unexpectedly, finds Louise with the king, and flees in utter despair. ### [In Which the Author Thinks It Is High Time to Return to the Vicomte de Bragelonne](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/190-in-which-the-author-thinks-it-is-high-time-to-return-to-the-vicomte-de-bragelonne) Returns from London, distraught and seeking answers about Louise and the king. ### [191: Bragelonne Continues His Inquiries](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/191-bragelonne-continues-his-inquiries) Distraught and seeking the truth about Louise's fidelity; d'Artagnan tries to calm him. ### [Two Jealousies](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/192-two-jealousies) Returns from England to learn of Louise's betrayal; struggles to maintain composure as Madame reveals the king's love for La Vallière. ### [A Domiciliary Visit](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/193-a-domiciliary-visit) Led by Madame Henrietta to discover the secret trapdoor and staircase linking La Vallière's room to Saint-Aignan's, confirming his betrayal. ### [194: Porthos's Plan of Action](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/194-porthos-s-plan-of-action) Raoul seeks Porthos's assistance to duel M. de Saint-Aignan, citing insults such as a change of lodgings, a trapdoor, and a portrait. ### [The Change of Residence, the Trapdoor, and the Portrait](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/195-the-change-of-residence-the-trapdoor-and-the-portrait) The aggrieved party; his challenge is delivered by Porthos, and he sends a note to Saint-Aignan. ### [Rivals in Love](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/197-rivals-in-love) Raoul, having discovered the king's affair with his betrothed Louise, challenges Saint-Aignan to a duel. He is portrayed as loyal but imprudent, and the king plans to address him directly. ### [King and Noble](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/198-king-and-noble) Referenced as the wronged son whose engagement to Louise de La Vallière was sabotaged. ### [After the Storm](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/199-after-the-storm) Devastated by the king's love for Louise; renounces vengeance but remains sorrowful. ### [Heu! Miser!](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/200-heu-miser) Deeply anguished, Raoul reflects on his lost love and honor, then is shocked by Louise's unexpected presence. ### [Wounds Within Wounds](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/201-wounds-within-wounds) Confronts Louise, expresses his undying love and deep anguish, and ultimately releases her. ### [What Raoul Had Guessed](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/202-what-raoul-had-guessed) Guesses the purpose of d'Artagnan's visit and leaves the room, having been prepared for his father's disgrace. ### [What Took Place at the Louvre During the Supper at the Bastille](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/204-what-took-place-at-the-louvre-during-the-supper-at-the-bastille) Mentioned as the former betrothed of Louise; the king is jealous of him and reflects on the broken vows. ### [Political Rivals](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/205-political-rivals) Fearing for his father's safety, he rushes to find Athos after learning of his arrest. ### [In Which Porthos Is Convinced Without Having Understood Anything](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/206-in-which-porthos-is-convinced-without-having-understood-anything) Desperate after his father's arrest, leads the pursuit of the carriage and is relieved to find Athos free. ### [Crown and Tiara](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/217-crown-and-tiara) Aramis asks about his happiness; Philippe promises to rehabilitate his love life after Louise's betrayal. ### [The King's Gratitude](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/230-the-king-s-gratitude) Mentioned in connection with the conspirators, though the king is cautioned not to go too far. ### [In Which Porthos Thinks He Is Pursuing a Duchy](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/232-in-which-porthos-thinks-he-is-pursuing-a-duchy) Deeply grieving over Louise's infidelity; listens to his father's counsel but remains inconsolable. ### [The Last Adieux](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/233-the-last-adieux) Embraces Porthos affectionately; shares Athos's premonition that he will never see Aramis and Porthos again. ### [Monsieur de Beaufort](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/234-monsieur-de-beaufort) Accepts the Duc de Beaufort's offer to join the expedition to Gigelli and declares his intention to become a knight of Malta, serving God. ### [235: Preparations for Departure](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/235-preparations-for-departure) Deeply grieving over Louise, he returns to Paris, meets Montalais, and warns de Guiche about plots against Louise. ### [The Inventory of Planchet](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/236-the-inventory-of-planchet) Accompanies Athos; observes the map and comments on Providence connecting their destiny with d'Artagnan. ### [The Inventory of M. de Beaufort](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/237-the-inventory-of-m-de-beaufort) Accompanies Athos to the duke's mansion; receives a commission to prepare the embarkation at Antibes; struggles with personal grief and a desire for death. ### [The Silver Dish](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/238-the-silver-dish) Grieving, accompanies Athos, and participates in the investigation. ### [Captive and Jailers](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/239-captive-and-jailers) Heartbroken and planning to leave with M. de Beaufort; deeply affected by the prisoner's plight. ### [Promises](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/240-promises) Prepares to depart for Africa with M. de Beaufort; shares an emotional farewell with his father and accepts Grimaud's offer to accompany him. ### [Among Women](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/241-among-women) D'Artagnan thinks of his despondent letter and seeks to console him through La Vallière. ### [Porthos's Will](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/262-porthos-s-will) Named as Porthos's universal heir, to console him for his grief and add luster to his name. ### [The Old Age of Athos](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/263-the-old-age-of-athos) Absent; his departure is the cause of Athos's decline; appears in Athos's dream. ### [The Vision of Athos](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/264-the-vision-of-athos) Appears as a ghostly figure in Athos's vision, beckoning his father to follow him into the void. ### [The Angel of Death](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/265-the-angel-of-death) Reported dead; his spirit guides Athos in his final moments. ### [The Bulletin](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/266-the-bulletin) Dies in battle at Gigelli; his actions suggest a deliberate suicide, holding a lock of fair hair as he dies. ### [The Last Canto of the Poem](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/267-the-last-canto-of-the-poem) His embalmed body is returned from Africa and buried beside his father; died in battle. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/raoul_de_bragelonne - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters