pursuivant

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Previous coronations have had historic roles such as the "rouge dragon pursuivant", "unicorn pursuivant" and carriers of the "golden spur" and the "white wand".

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2023

“If we cannot make this contumacious rascal speak, we will find others more tractable,” observed the pursuivant.

From Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason by Ainsworth, William Harrison

“You must give me surety for yourself, sir,” replied the pursuivant.

From Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason by Ainsworth, William Harrison

“After them!” cried the pursuivant to some of his attendants.

From Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason by Ainsworth, William Harrison

As no answer was returned to the application, the pursuivant commanded his men to burst open the door; and the order was promptly obeyed.

From Guy Fawkes or The Gunpowder Treason by Ainsworth, William Harrison