# Ancient Pistol — Henry IV, Part II character guide

> Ancient Pistol in Henry IV, Part II by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Pistol, Pistol Sir John, Ancient Pistol

**First appearance:** 0010-act-ii-scene-iv

## Who they are

A swaggering, cowardly soldier and companion of Falstaff.

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