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Gaston d'Orléans

The king's uncle, a perpetual conspirator.

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Also known as Gaston

First appearance: xlv the beggar of st eustache

Gaston d'Orléans first appears in 0044 xlv the beggar of st eustache.

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BEBeaufortMDMadame de Chev…PDPrince de ContiPLPlanchetMAMazarinGDGaston d'Orléans

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  • Supporting Characters and Historical Figures
  • Frondeurs and Royal Court
  • French Nobility and Commanders

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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