# Fred Halsey — Cane character guide

> Fred Halsey in Cane by Jean Toomer.

**Role:** major

**Also known as:** Halsey, Fred, Mr. Halsey, Brother Fred

**First appearance:** 0043-part-iii-kabnis

## Who they are

A black factory owner and friend to Kabnis, representing practical resilience.

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