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Halleck

A Union general mentioned in dispatches.

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First appearance: the story of a conscience

Halleck first appears in 0024 the story of a conscience.

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MMMiss MendenhallGTGeorge ThurstonCDCaptain Downin…GCGeneral CameronCRCaptain RansomeHAHalleck

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  • Other

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  • Feuds, secrets, and tragic fates
  • Supernatural and haunted events
  • Union officers' dilemmas

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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