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Admiral Rowley

A retired naval officer, part of the expatriate circle.

minor

Also known as Rowley, old Rowley, old Groggy Rowley

First appearance: part i the quarry and the beach

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Mentioned as the admiral tasked with clearing the Gulf of Mexico of pirates, but largely ineffective.
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SRSeñor RamonMMMr. MacdonaldMSMr. SebrightCRCarlos RiegoTITinsleyARAdmiral Rowley

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Central expatriate circle
  • Local power figures
  • Extended cast and servants

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Admiral Rowley in part i the quarry and the beach