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The Viaduct Murder · Character

Watson

Referenced as an allusion, not a direct character.

minor

Also known as J. B. S. Watson, old Watson

First appearance: the viaduct murder

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GDGordon DavenantMAMarryattMRMordaunt ReevesOBOld BrotherhoodMCMr. CarmichaelWAWatson

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  • Minor characters and allusions
  • Protagonist
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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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