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Commissioner Harris

A government official involved in Reconstruction-era policies in the South.

minor

Also known as Harrison

First appearance: ii of the dawn of freedom

Commissioner Harris first appears in 0004 ii of the dawn of freedom.

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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