Lieutenant Michael Harper was a character who appeared in the Season 2 episode of M*A*S*H titled "The Chosen People". The part of Harper was played in the episode by actor Dennis Robertson.
About Lieutenant Michael Harper[]
Choon Hi turns up at the 4077th claiming that her son, Su Yong, was fathered by Radar. She had written to the Judge-Advocate General seeking legal aid. Lieutenant Michael Harper arrives at the 4077th MASH to investigate the case and to question Radar. Later when blood tests prove that Radar cannot have been the father, Harper requests a signed statement from Hawkeye and Trapper and then dismisses the case.
Research notes[]
- Harper introduces himself as a 1st Lieutenant. His 1st Lieutenant's silver bar is also clearly seen on his uniform.
- He wears the Judge-Advocate General's branch of service insignia on his lapels, as can be seen on the photo in the info box.
- Harper never uses his first name in the episode dialogue, but the end credits list his name as Michael Harper.