# Lay Down Your Arms — Character guide

> Key figures in Lay Down Your Arms by Bertha von Suttner.

- [Martha Tilling](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/martha_tilling.md): The narrator and protagonist, a countess and pacifist who recounts her experiences in war-torn Europe.
- [Frederick Tilling](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/frederick_tilling.md): Martha's husband, a colonel and later general, who struggles with his military duty and his wife's pacifism.
- [Countess Lori Griesbach](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/countess_lori_griesbach.md): Martha's close friend and confidante, a lively and supportive countess.
- [Arno Dotzky](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/arno_dotzky.md): A passionate young officer and friend of the family, who becomes a tragic figure in the wars.
- [Aunt Mary](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/aunt_mary.md): Martha's kind and traditional aunt, who often offers domestic wisdom and comfort.
- [Countess Martha Althaus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/countess_martha_althaus.md): An older noblewoman and relative, known for her youthful spirit and strong opinions.
- [Dr. Bresser](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/dr_bresser.md): A family physician and trusted advisor to the Tilling household.
- [Conrad Althaus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/conrad_althaus.md): A young nobleman and cousin, who becomes involved in military and romantic entanglements.
- [Little Rudolf Dotzky](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/little_rudolf_dotzky.md): Arno Dotzky's young son, who is deeply affected by his father's fate.
- [Lilly](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/lilly.md): A young woman and friend of the family, involved in a romantic subplot.
- [Otto](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/otto.md): A servant or family retainer, often mentioned in domestic scenes.
- [Rosa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/rosa.md): A maid or nurse in the Tilling household, loyal and hardworking.
- [Godfrey v. Tessow](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/godfrey_v_tessow.md): A young officer and friend of the family, who meets a tragic end in battle.
- [Frau Simon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/frau_simon.md): A housekeeper or cook in the Tilling household, known for her practical nature.
- [Aunt Cornelia](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/aunt_cornelia.md): Another of Martha's aunts, who provides moral and emotional support.
- [Prince Henry von Reuss](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/prince_henry_von_reuss.md): A German general and acquaintance of the Tilling family, involved in military campaigns.
- [Baroness Martha](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/baroness_martha.md): A noblewoman and relative, possibly a different Martha from the narrator.
- [Rudolf Dotzky](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/rudolf_dotzky.md): Arno Dotzky's wife, who struggles with her husband's military career and loss.
- [Baroness Tilling](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/baroness_tilling.md): An older relative of Frederick Tilling, possibly his mother or aunt.
- [Hupfauf](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/hupfauf.md): A soldier known for his bravery, mentioned in war anecdotes.
- [Ruru](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/ruru.md): A pet dog belonging to the Tilling family, often mentioned affectionately.
- [Baron S—](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/baron_s.md): A mysterious nobleman who appears in social gatherings.
- [Dr. Bauer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/dr_bauer.md): A doctor who treats wounded soldiers and family members.
- [Beatrix Griesbach](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/beatrix_griesbach.md): A relative of Lori Griesbach, possibly her sister or cousin.
- [Father Radetzky](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/father_radetzky.md): A chaplain or priest who provides spiritual counsel to the soldiers.
- [Puxl](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/puxl.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or local, known for his misfortunes.
- [Count Althaus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/count_althaus.md): An elderly general and patriarch of the Althaus family.
- [Netty](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/netty.md): A young woman admired for her beauty, involved in social circles.
- [Sylvia](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/sylvia.md): A friend or acquaintance of the family, mentioned in passing.
- [Grumnitz](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/grumnitz.md): A servant or soldier who appears in domestic or military scenes.
- [Martha Dotzky](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/martha_dotzky.md): A relative of the Dotzky family, possibly Arno's sister or cousin.
- [Frau Walter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/frau_walter.md): A neighbor or acquaintance of the Tilling family.
- [Cornelia von Tessow](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/cornelia_von_tessow.md): Godfrey Tessow's mother, who grieves her son's death.
- [Aunt Rosalie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/aunt_rosalie.md): Another aunt of Martha, mentioned in family gatherings.
- [Ferdy Drontheim](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/ferdy_drontheim.md): A minor nobleman or officer who appears in social settings.
- [Captain Olensky](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/captain_olensky.md): A military officer who interacts with the main characters.
- [Adjutant-General Count Grünne](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/adjutant_general_count_grunne.md): A high-ranking Austrian officer mentioned in military contexts.
- [Prince Frederick Charles](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/prince_frederick_charles.md): A Prussian prince and military commander referenced in war discussions.
- [Conrad Count Althaus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters/conrad_count_althaus.md): A variant reference to Conrad Althaus, possibly a different generation.

HTML index: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/characters