Henry VI, Part 2 | Cade (Jack Cade, also known as John Cade)
Cade's extraordinary attempt to overthrow the king occupies almost all of the action in Act IV, and he even makes an appearance (at least his head does!) in V.i.63. He is first referred to by York in a soliloquy (III.i.348-81). York has "seduc'd" (that is, incited) John Cade to cause civil unrest while York is away in Ireland. Cade will pretend to be John Mortimer, a claimant to the throne through Lionel, duke of Clarence (the third son of Edward III). York praises Cade for his physical strength, his courage, and his ability to withstand torture.
Before Cade makes his first...
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