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In the short story "The Sniper" by Liam O'Flaherty, the protagonist kills his brother unknowingly during a civil war. The sniper, engaged in a fierce battle, shoots his enemy, only to discover later that it was his own sibling. This tragic twist highlights the devastating effects of war, where familial bonds are shattered by conflict and ideology, emphasizing the futility and randomness of violence.

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