Characters

Glenn

Glenn, also known as Ensign Matthews, was a crewman aboard The Liliana (Airship) who was killed in battle when a cannonball struck the fore bow and ripped through the deck where he stood at the forward crank turret. He was noted for his kindness toward Zaira von Monocle.

Glenn

Glenn

Glenn, formally addressed as Ensign Matthews, was a crewman serving aboard The Liliana (Airship). He is a minor character appearing in For Steam and Country.

Overview

Glenn held the rank of ensign and was a member of The Liliana (Airship)'s crew. He was known among those aboard for his familiarity with the dangers of airship service, remarking with apparent steadiness: "Nothing we haven't dealt with before on the Liliana." He was also noted for his personal kindness toward Zaira von Monocle, going so far as to betray his orders to escort her to the bridge.

Role in For Steam and Country

In For Steam and Country, Glenn was addressed by his formal designation, Ensign Matthews, by Lieutenant Colwell. During a battle, he manned the forward crank turret aboard The Liliana (Airship). He was killed when a cannonball struck the fore bow and ripped through the deck where he stood at the turret.

Relationships

  • Zaira von Monocle: Glenn was kind to Zaira and betrayed his orders to escort her to the bridge, suggesting a degree of personal loyalty or sympathy toward her.
  • Lieutenant Colwell: Glenn served under Lieutenant Colwell, who addressed him formally as Ensign Matthews.