# Captain John Clunis-Ross — Sailing Alone Around the World character guide

> Captain John Clunis-Ross in Sailing Alone Around the World by Joshua Slocum.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Captain Ross, Ross, Captain John

**First appearance:** 0011-x

## Who they are

A sea captain met during the voyage.

## Relationships

### [Alexander Hare](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/sailing_alone_around_the_world_se/characters/alexander_hare)

_professional_

Hare and Clunis-Ross have a frequent professional association, likely involving maritime or colonial business dealings.

## In the story

### [Chapter XVI: Rodriguez and the Keeling Cocos](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/sailing_alone_around_the_world_se/chapters/xvi)

Leader of the Keeling Cocos community, praised for his benevolent treatment of the islanders.

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