# Uncle Joe — Soldiers’ Pay character guide

> Uncle Joe in Soldiers’ Pay by William Faulkner.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** dear Uncle Joe

**First appearance:** 0010-ii

## Who they are

An older relative offering guidance and humor.

## In the story

### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/soldiers_pay_se/chapters/ii)

The rector; announces Donald's return; attempts to maintain decorum during Jones's provocative remarks; leaves to meet a mysterious female visitor.

### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/soldiers_pay_se/chapters/iii)

The rector, overjoyed at Donald's return, embraces Cecily and speaks of Donald's youthful habits, oblivious to the tension in the room.

### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/soldiers_pay_se/chapters/vi)

Uncle Joe is mentioned as being present in the study during the lunch scene.

### [VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/soldiers_pay_se/chapters/viii)

The rector who delivers the news that Donald is expected to die, embraced by Cecily.

### [XI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/soldiers_pay_se/chapters/xi)

The rector; comforts Cecily as she breaks the engagement and is later informed by Margaret of her intention to marry Donald.

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