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Steiner

A German agent involved in the Bruce-Partington plans theft.

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First appearance: the adventure of the bruce partington plans

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VBVon BorkSHSherlock HolmesCWConstable Walt…STSteiner

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  • German Espionage Network
  • Protagonist
  • Bruce-Partington Plans Case

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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