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Betty Zane · Character

Dan Watkins

A settler at the fort, possibly a neighbor or friend.

minor

Also known as Dan

First appearance: ix

Dan Watkins shows up with force in VII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Hosts the birthday celebration for his daughter Susan.
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See Dan Watkins in ix

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LWLewis WetzelDBDaniel BooneSUSusanGWGrandmother Wa…RMRalfe MillerDWDan Watkins

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Watkins Family Settlers
  • Zane Family and Allies
  • Historical and Minor Characters

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SetupAftermathClimax
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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Dan Watkins in ix
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