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Godeschal

A law clerk who assists Derville.

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Also known as Monsieur Godeschal

First appearance: Colonel Chabert

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Derville's clerk, later an attorney; accompanies Derville to Ris and observes the aged Chabert.
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MDMadame de Beau…DEDervilleBOBoucardCCColonel ChabertSISimonninGOGodeschal

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  • Parisian social web
  • Protagonist
  • Legal and social intrigue

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