# The Cruise of the Alerte — Character guide

> Key figures in The Cruise of the Alerte by E. F. Knight.

- [The Narrator](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/narrator.md): The first-person narrator and protagonist, a member of the treasure-hunting expedition.
- [Mr. Powell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/mr_powell.md): A key member of the Alerte's crew, involved in the treasure search.
- [Arthur Cotton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/arthur_cotton.md): A crew member on the Alerte, participating in the voyage and treasure hunt.
- [Mr. A⸺](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/mr_a.md): A member of the expedition, often referred to by his initial.
- [Captain P⸺](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/captain_p.md): The captain of the Alerte, leading the treasure-seeking voyage.
- [Christian Cruise](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/christian_cruise.md): A crew member on the Alerte, part of the treasure-hunting party.
- [Master Jacko](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/master_jacko.md): A young crew member or mascot on the Alerte.
- [Frank Mildmay](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/frank_mildmay.md): A character mentioned in the narrative, possibly a historical figure or crew member.
- [Captain Hercules Robinson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/captain_hercules_robinson.md): A captain encountered or referenced during the voyage.
- [John Wright](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/john_wright.md): The owner or captain of the barquentine John, a vessel met at sea.
- [The Alerte](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/the_alerte.md): The ship itself, central to the voyage and treasure hunt.
- [The Captain](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/the_captain.md): Generic reference to the ship's captain, often the narrator's superior.
- [The Harbour Doctor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/the_harbour_doctor.md): A port official who interacts with the crew during stops.
- [Lord Dundonald](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/lord_dundonald.md): A historical figure referenced in connection with treasure lore.
- [John Joseph Marshall](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/john_joseph_marshall.md): A crew member on the Alerte, involved in the expedition.
- [Dr. Cloete-Smith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/dr_cloete_smith.md): A doctor or scientist accompanying the expedition.
- [Ted Milner](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/ted_milner.md): A crew member on the Alerte, part of the shore party.
- [George Theodosius Spanner](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/george_theodosius_spanner.md): A crew member with a distinctive name on the Alerte.
- [The Doctor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/the_doctor.md): The ship's doctor, providing medical care during the voyage.
- [Mr. E. F. Knight](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/mr_e_f_knight.md): The author and a member of the expedition, possibly the narrator.
- [Captain Marryat](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/captain_marryat.md): A historical novelist referenced in the narrative.
- [Amaso Delano](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/amaso_delano.md): A historical figure mentioned in the treasure backstory.
- [Captain Kennedy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/captain_kennedy.md): A captain of another vessel encountered during the voyage.
- [Captain Langdon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_cruise_of_the_alerte_se/characters/captain_langdon.md): A captain of another vessel met during the expedition.

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