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The Age of Innocence · Character

Cornwallis

A historical figure briefly alluded to.

minor

First appearance: i

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MMMary MingottMAMrs. ArcherNANewland ArcherLDLouisa DagonetDODuke of St. Au…COCornwallis

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  • Other

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  • Minor Figures and Background
  • Old New York Society
  • Protagonist

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  • Escalation
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  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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