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Henry VI Part 1 Allusions & Cultural References

When authors refer to other great works, people, and events, it’s usually not accidental. Put on your super-sleuth hat and figure out why.

Literary and Biblical References

Historical References

Pop Culture References

  • None. Not because Shakespeare didn't have them—he totally did—but since he didn't time travel, there's not so much as a single shout-out to Queen Bey or anyone else we might think of as part of pop culture.