# Dutch Captain — A High Wind in Jamaica character guide

> Dutch Captain in A High Wind in Jamaica by Richard Hughes.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** the Dutch captain

**First appearance:** 0026-viii

## Who they are

Captain of a Dutch ship encountered at sea.

## Relationships

### [Emily Thornton](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/a_high_wind_in_jamaica_se/characters/emily_thornton)

_social_

The Dutch Captain encounters Emily briefly, their interaction limited to a formal, transactional exchange.

## In the story

### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/a_high_wind_in_jamaica_se/chapters/ii)

Captured, tied up, and placed in the cabin; his cigar smoke and bound presence terrify Emily, leading to her violent reaction.

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