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Major O'Dowd

Brave Irish army officer who commands the regiment, loyal friend to Dobbin and Amelia.

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Also known as O'Dowd, Major O'Dowd, Sir Michael O'Dowd, Mick

First appearance: In Which Amelia Joins Her Regiment

Major O'Dowd shows up with force in In Which Amelia Joins Her Regiment. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Accompanies his wife, is presented to Amelia, and leaves with George and Jos for the mess.
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In In Which Amelia Joins Her Regiment: Accompanies his wife, is presented to Amelia, and leaves with George and Jos for the mess. Later, in The Girl I Left Behind Me: Prepares for march; sleeps early and is woken by…

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ESEnsign SpooneyMBMrs. BrownTETom EavesGOGeorge OsborneLSLord SteyneMOMajor O'Dowd

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  • Minor characters and servants
  • Social climbers and soldiers

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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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