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The Financier · Character

Mr. Shannon

District attorney who prosecutes Cowperwood.

minor

Also known as Shannon

First appearance: xxxv

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CBCallum ButlerDPDavid PettieMSMrs. StenerWLWalter LeighHWHenry Worthing…MSMr. Shannon

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