A Negro Explorer at the North Pole · Character
Chief Engineer Wardwell
Chief engineer of the ship Roosevelt.
minor
Also known as Chief Engineer Wardwell
First appearance: a negro explorer at the north pole
Chief Engineer Wardwell shows up with force in II. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Ruddy-complexioned giant with honest eyes and great patience; oversees the engines.
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Character groups
- Core Expedition Team
- Protagonist
- Support and Family Members
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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- II
- VII Sledging to Cape Columbia
- Safe on the Roosevelt—Poor Marvin
- Two Narrow Escapes — Arrival at Etah — Harry Whitney — Dr. Cook's Claims
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