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Swenson

A sailor on the Halfmoon who dies during the typhoon.

minor

Also known as Poor Swenson

First appearance: part i ii shanghaied

See Swenson in part i ii shanghaiedBook page

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BLBlancoGEGeeCRCaptain RozalesMTMr. TheriereMWMr. WardSWSwenson

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Island Captors & Rescuers
  • Halfmoon Crew & Mexican Bandits
  • Minor Sailors & Mexican Soldiers
  • Main Love Triangle & Villains

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Swenson in part i ii shanghaied