King Henry V: A Sense Of Interest With The Common Person

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Because of his concerns with starting a foreign war, King Henry V represents a sense of interest with the common person. In the presence of his people, he portrays himself as a good king showing more of a selflessness personality. (III.i.1-34). in his speech he showed how humane and also, how cruel he can be in one breath. I think Henry showed a side of him that was more concerning of the effects of the people behind the city walls. As a father will tell a child “not to touch the stove because it is hot; but if you do touch it, you will burn your hand.” I think Henry V was allowing the people of “Harflew” to choose their fate. A patriarchy Henry was. Showing his authority, and his power in a non-kingly way. But as if he was a general in an army ready for battle. As if he does not bleed royal blood; but is from the same bloodline as his fellow soldiers. Henry proved his equality with the common person as he disguised himself, as a commoner.…show more content…
Successfully knowing what his people thought of him, and how they were willing to die by his side. He felt that is was an honor to die by theirs as well, showing more nobility on his part. King Henry shows more of an interest, when his longtime friend was facing the death penalty, for breaking one of the laws of the kingdom. That scene alone showed the compassion within King Henry, and how the effects of his people; friend or foe had a tremendous impact, on whether or not if he shall give mercy or justice. Ruling a kingdom at a young age had its perks, and non-perks in the young Kings time. Giving up on the lifestyle he became so accustomed
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