Bulldog Drummond · Character

Peter Darrell

An immaculately dressed man about town whose vacuous manner conceals a keen, obedient soldier's mind.

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Also known as Darrell, Peter, Mr. Darrell, the immaculate Darrell

First appearance: i in which he takes tea at the carlton and is surprised

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

Helps Drummond by impersonating a drunk man to fool the watcher.

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Darrell strolls into Drummond's flat in a gorgeous dressing-gown, but the moment orders are given the vacant youth vanishes and a keen-faced officer takes his place. He offers everything he has without hesitation, though he would rather whip up the boys for a real scrap than practice low cunning. His willingness to follow precise instructions shows how Drummond's old battalion loyalty carries into civilian warfare.

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III
Helps Drummond by impersonating a drunk man to fool the watcher.
IV
Mentioned as a friend who is guarding the American millionaire.
In Which There Is Trouble at Goring
Receives a telephone call from Drummond about Potts's condition and the news from Belfast.
I
Mentioned as the recipient of a wire Drummond considers sending to allay uneasiness about his late arrival.
II
Receives a phone call from Drummond about the real Potts at Goring.
Chapter III: The Drugging at Goring Bungalow
Drugged and unconscious; his head rolls over with a crack as the gas takes effect.
VI: In Which a Very Old Game Takes Place on the Hog's Back
One of the drugged men at the bungalow; questions Drummond about the plan and suggests rushing the house.
I
Confused and groggy after being drugged, questions what happened.
The Plan of Attack
Expresses doubt about the plan but agrees to participate.
IV
Mentioned as part of the diversionary group; his voice is heard after the crash.
In Which He Goes to Paris for a Night
Assists Drummond in the chase, helps incapacitate the sleuth, and participates in the Paris plan.
I
Another of Drummond's friends who arrives with the rescue party and informs Drummond that Ted and his pal have taken the car to London.
III
Accompanies Drummond to the aerodrome and later to visit Mullings; helps incapacitate the pursuer.
IX: In Which He Has a Near Shave
Meets Drummond at Half Moon Street; reports Toby Sinclair's disappearance at Godalming.
IV
Reports Toby's suspicious phone call and stays in London as headquarters.
Chapter II
Arrives with Mr. Green and a lorry of men to rescue the group.
III
On the roof with the others, watching Lakington and reporting his actions.
In Which the Last Round Takes Place
Suggests involving the police to handle Peterson.
I
Present in the room, snoring after the safe is opened.
III
Suggests involving the police after the capture.

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