# Colonel Assingham — The Golden Bowl character guide

> Colonel Assingham in The Golden Bowl by Henry James.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** the Colonel, Bob Assingham, Robert Assingham, Colonel Bob

**First appearance:** 0001-book-first-the-prince

## Who they are

Fanny's husband, a retired military man who offers blunt commentary on the social drama.

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