Ashenden · Character
Mr. Wilbur Schäfer
An American businessman with a suspicious interest in European politics.
minor
Also known as Mr. Schäfer
First appearance: xvi mr harrington s washing
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The American ambassador from Kansas City, a hearty but indiscreet man whose relationship with a Swedish countess causes a security leak.
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