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The Worst Journey in the World · Character

Nilsen

Norwegian sailor on the Fram.

minor

Also known as Nilsen

First appearance: the worst journey in the world

Nilsen first appears in 0003 the worst journey in the world.

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HPHarry PennellVCVictor CampbellFNFridtjof NansenRARoald AmundsenGMGeorge Murray …NINilsen

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Character groups

  • Support Crew and Animals
  • Terra Nova Expedition Members
  • Other Polar Explorers

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

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