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Henry V - College Essay

Henry V

Hierarchy ruled during the medieval times. It was in these medieval times, the early 1400’s, that King Henry V took his place on the Royal Throne. It was a time when no things were placed higher than God, the Cardinal Virtues, and the Chivalric code. In Shakespeare’s Henry V, 2.2.1-190, these virtues and values are put to the test when three of King Henry’s most trusted knights were found guilty of high treason. In this, the King’s faith was said to be poisoned, as such betrayal was not to be expected by the King.

In the scene, Henry pardons a man accused of a minor offense. However, when the three traitors conspired against the King, they were sentenced to death. Because of Henry’s ...

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and have good traits, then why did the three traitors? That answer goes back to SPA, and Moral Virtue. The king had never fallen to such betrayal, and these acts of treason helped solidify philosophies learned in the past. After the traitors are taken away, Henry turns his attention to France once more. He is confident, believing that since God has brought the treason to light, their course from then on will be a smooth ...

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Added: 12/17/2012 12:02:42 AM
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Category: Shakespeare
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