Henry IV Part 1

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Henry IV Part 1 is the second in a series of four history plays. Following the events of the first play, Richard II, England is in a state of disarray as the current king, Henry IV, deposed and killed the former king, Richard II. (The background information section that follows will have more information about this play’s prequel and sequels!)

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