# Sir Richard Ratcliff — Richard III character guide

> Sir Richard Ratcliff in Richard III by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Ratcliff, Sir Richard Ratcliff

**First appearance:** 0004-act-i-scene-iii

## Who they are

Richard's loyal and ruthless military commander and confidant.

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