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Josseff al-Assadi

Played by Paul Chahidi

Fact title Fact data
Date of birth
29 March 1867
Place of birth
Yemen
Age at outbreak of WW1
47
Occupation
Sailor
Address
Union Street, North Shields

Josseff is not only Robert's tenant, he is also a friend and confidant.

An immigrant from Yemen, Josseff does not however receive a warm welcome from everyone.