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The Sniper (Republican)

This character is the protagonist of the story and is responsible for shooting his own brother.

The Sniper (Free State)

This character is fighting on the opposite side of the war from the protagonist. In the end of the story he is revealed to be the protagonist's brother.

The Armored Car Gunner

This character appears only briefly. Shortly after he arrives on the scene, the sniper shoots him in the head.

The Old Woman

This character is a Free State informer. The sniper shoots and kills this character.

Liam O'Flaherty

This is the author of the short story "The Sniper."

The Republicans

This army was fighting for a unified and self-governing Ireland.

The Free Staters

This army was fighting to preserve the division of Ireland into an Irish Free State section and an English-ruled north.

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