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The Three Hostages · Character

Alan Macnicol

A Scottish gamekeeper who helps Hannay.

minor

Also known as Alan

First appearance: xxi how i stalked wilder game than deer

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DMDominick MedinaLELeithenSASandy ArbuthnotOAOld AngusSRSir Richard Bu…AMAlan Macnicol

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  • Extended cast and associates
  • Protagonist
  • Core allies and family
  • Local Scottish helpers

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