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The Worst Journey in the World · Character

Francis Drake

Elizabethan explorer mentioned in passing.

minor

Also known as Drake, Franky Drake

First appearance: the worst journey in the world

Francis Drake first appears in 0003 the worst journey in the world.

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NINiggerCSCaptain ScottHPHarry PennellEEEdgar EvansEAEdward AtkinsonFDFrancis Drake

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  • Support Crew and Animals
  • Protagonist
  • Terra Nova Expedition Members

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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