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Jean Bart

A historical French naval commander mentioned in the text.

minor

Also known as old Jean Bart

First appearance: iii the old sea language

Jean Bart shows up with force in IV: One Is Vulnerable Where One Loves. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Referenced as a historical comparison for Lethierry's appearance with wind-blown locks.
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TMThe Man RockGIGilliattRARantaineCCCaptain ClubinMLMess LethierryJBJean Bart

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See Jean Bart in iii the old sea language