![]() ![]() There he asks Billy to join a group of impressed sailors in an insurrection and offers him a bribe. One night, an afterguardsman awakens Billy, who is sleeping on deck, and dispatches him to a secluded spot on the ship. Squeak, one of Claggart's corporals, furnishes desired false information to the master-at-arms. " The Dansker's observation proves correct. Fearing punishment, Billy seeks advice from a veteran sailor called the Dansker, who says Jemmy Legs (Claggart) is "down on him. Later Billy is surprised when he is admonished for petty errors. In contrast, Claggart, the master-of-arms, although outwardly placid, is inwardly malevolent and moody.Īt first Claggart is friendly toward Billy and seems pleased with his performance of duty. ![]() The captain of the ship, "Starry" Vere, is a quiet, just, and well-read officer. He quickly endears himself to his mates and the officers under whom he serves. As he leaves, he calls the Rights of Man by name and bids farewell.Īboard the Bellipotent, Billy assumes the duties of foretopman. Bellipotent, a British man-of-war in need of men, halts the merchant ship Rights-of-Man. Lieutenant Ratcliffe impresses one - and only one - sailor, Billy Budd, who is happy to serve his country and offers no objections. ![]() Nearing home after a long voyage, the H.M.S. ![]()
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