# Ben Swinton — The Virginian character guide

> Ben Swinton in The Virginian by Owen Wister.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Swinton, The Swintons, the Swintons

**First appearance:** 0012-x-where-fancy-was-bred

## Who they are

A rancher and neighbor involved in cattle disputes and social events.

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