List of Historical Figures Dramatised By Shakespeare - N

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• Sir Nicholas Vaux is a minor character in the scene leading to Buckingham's execution in Henry VIII.
• Norfolk:
  • The Duke of Norfolk (1) is a supporter of the Yorkists in Henry VI, Part 3.
  • The Duke of Norfolk (2) is a supporter of Richard in Richard III.
  • The Duke of Norfolk (3) is an associate of Buckingham in Henry VIII. He is associated with both the second and third dukes.
  • See also Mowbray.
• Northumberland:
  • Henry Percy, Earl of Northumberland is Bolingbroke's chief ally in Richard II; in Henry IV, Part 1 and Henry IV, Part 2 he leads the rebellion against his former ally, who is now king.
  • The Earl of Northumberland fights for the Lancastrians in Henry VI, Part 3.
  • See also Lady Northumberland.