# Alexander Clayton — First Lensman character guide

> Alexander Clayton in First Lensman by E. E. Smith.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Clayton, Admiral Clayton, Commodore Clayton, Alex, Two - Star Commodore Alexander Clayton

**First appearance:** 0015-xiv

## Who they are

A two-star commodore and early believer in the Lens, he lends the fledgling Patrol the weight of rank and the loyalty of a man who has seen what is coming.

## Relationships

### [Jack Kinnison](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/first_lensman_se/characters/jack_kinnison)

_friendship_

Alexander Clayton is a fellow Lensman and close friend of Jack, sharing adventures and dangers.

### [Jack Kinnison](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/first_lensman_se/characters/jack_kinnison)

_friendship_

Alexander Clayton is a fellow Lensman and close friend of Jack, sharing adventures and dangers.

## In the story

### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/first_lensman_se/chapters/iv)

Commodore Clayton meets Samms at Patrol base and insists on Lensman priority.

### [Chapter VII: The Cone of Battle](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/first_lensman_se/chapters/vii)

Admiral of the First Galactic Region, commands the Cone of Battle and orders cease-fire.

### [XIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/first_lensman_se/chapters/xix)

Admiral of the First Galactic Region, who with Schweikert has earned the deep respect of the Bennettan crews and leads Grand Fleet from Bennett.

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