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Colonel Arbuthnot

Sandy's father, a military man.

minor

Also known as Arbuthnot

First appearance: v the thursday club

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DMDominick MedinaMHMary HannayDIDickSASandy ArbuthnotSRSir Richard Bu…CAColonel Arbuthnot

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