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Jacob Doodle

A simple-minded village boy who causes amusement at the school.

minor

Also known as Jacob, Poor Jacob Doodle - calf, Poor Jacob

First appearance: part i ii the veast

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TBTom BrownHEHarry EastJRJob RudkinJDJacob DodsonSBSquire BrownJDJacob Doodle

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  • Minor and Background Characters
  • Protagonist
  • Rugby School Core Characters

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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