Bulldog Drummond · Character

James Denny

Drummond's unflappable manservant, who trades household duties for decoy errands and street-corner surveillance without ever losing his deadpan composure.

supporting

Also known as James, Denny

First appearance: In Which He Takes Tea at the Carlton and Is Surprised

As a supporting figure in Bulldog Drummond, James Denny is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Drummond's servant, who helps sort his mail and is concerned about the criminal nature of the new venture.

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James runs Drummond's household with military precision, answering his employer's wilder schemes with a murmured 'Indeed, sir,' and a smart heel-click. When Drummond needs someone trailed, misdirected, or quietly watched, it is James who stations himself behind the curtain and reports the man watching the house. His dry loyalty grounds the story's early chaos, proving that even a gentleman adventurer needs a good man at his back.

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Captain Hugh Drummond
friendship · positive
Loyal friend and fellow adventurer who aids Drummond in his exploits. How this plays out →
Captain Hugh Drummond
friendship · positive
Loyal friend and fellow adventurer who aids Drummond in his exploits. How this plays out →
Captain Hugh Drummond
friendship · positive
Loyal friend and fellow adventurer who aids Drummond in his exploits. How this plays out →

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In Which He Takes Tea at the Carlton and Is Surprised
Drummond's servant, who helps sort his mail and is concerned about the criminal nature of the new venture.
I
Drummond's loyal servant and former batman, who helps sort the replies and is wary of his wife's disapproval.
In Which He Journeys to Godalming and the Game Begins
Drummond's servant, instructed to clean the revolver and forward messages.
I
Drummond's servant, who is skeptical but follows orders, cleaning the revolver and preparing for possible communication.
III: In Which Things Happen in Half Moon Street
Drummond's servant; takes notes during Drummond's planning and reports on the watcher outside.
I
Drummond's servant who watches the street, reports a man watching the house, and manages the advertisement.
II
Drummond's servant, who is instructed to keep watch over the sick visitor and is seen dusting in the passage.
III
Assists Drummond by taking notes and carrying out instructions.
II
Mentioned as a potential recruit for Drummond's team.

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