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Michael Tietjens

Christopher's younger brother, a soldier killed in the war.

minor

Also known as Michael

First appearance: the last post

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STSylvia TietjensGCGeneral CampionMTMark TietjensHLHelen LowtherFCFather ConsettMTMichael Tietjens

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  • Tietjens family circle

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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