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Nicholas Coelho

One of Gama's captains, noted for his role in the fleet's command.

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Also known as Eke Nicholas Coelho, Coelho

First appearance: canto i

Nicholas Coelho shows up with force in Canto IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Volunteers for the voyage, praised for valor and counsel.
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ALAlexanderVDVasco da GamaFVFernam VellosoMOMonsaydéVJViscount Jurom…NCNicholas Coelho

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Nicholas Coelho in canto i