The Life of Buffalo Bill · Character
Major W. H. Brown
An army officer serving beside Cody on frontier expeditions, embodying the military chain of command that turns the scout's skills into campaign results.
supporting
Also known as Major Brown, Major, Brown
First appearance: Scouting
As a supporting figure in The Life of Buffalo Bill, Major W. H. Brown is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Messes with Cody during the expedition; one of the officers Cody becomes acquainted with.
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Military Commanders and Scouts
- Extended Frontier Network
- Protagonist
- Employers and Promoters
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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