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A Farewell to Arms · Character

Gino

Italian soldier who discusses the war with Frederic near the front.

minor

First appearance: xxv

Gino shows up with force in Chapter XXVII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Frederic meets Gino on the Bainsizza; they discuss the front and tactics.
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  • Other

Character groups

  • Supporting hospital and escape figures
  • Frederic's inner circle
  • Frontline soldiers and spiritual guide
  • Protagonist

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See Gino in xxv