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The Jew of Malta · Character

First Officer

A Maltese officer who arrests Barabas and carries out orders.

minor

Also known as Officers

First appearance: scene ii

First Officer first appears in 0005 scene ii.

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MDMartin del BoscoFEFernezeBABarabasPIPilia-BorzaFKFirst KnightFOFirst Officer

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Malta's Christian community
  • Protagonist
  • Turkish invaders and officers

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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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