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Age: 44 |
Cozy with arms dealers and brokers the world
over. A dynamic entrepreneur, August Schmidt has built his father's one
factory into a thriving empire. In the true international spirit of the
New Europe, he has made millions in the German industrial boom, but is
always willing to give a helping hand to smaller countries by selling
them arms.
Socially ambitious, and determined to escape
his middle–class origins, August married up—to a beautiful but
cold–hearted English aristocrat, whose impeccable taste is an excellent
foil for August's money–earning talents, but has given him little
joy in his personal life. August's love for art, music, theater, and beauty
in all its forms takes him often to Paris and London.
Protected by his high–ranking contacts in the German military aristocracy, August is ever eager to do a favor that will put him in the good graces of the powerful. One of these days, his zeal will get him into trouble…