Chief Petty Officer Link is an old shipmate of Lt. David Farragut and a member of the Essex crew. He explains that Cmdr. David Porter is less heartless than he appears, though his own drinking causes trouble during the mission. Link later urges Porter to rescue Farragut, helping trigger the crew’s assault on the island.
An established prizefighter who faces John L. Sullivan early in the story. Sullivan's victory over Flood brings him recognition as “the Boston Strong Boy,” marking a key step in his rise as a boxer.
George Mathews has 34 screen credits in a career dating back to 1943. Signature works include The Hole, X Marks the Spot, City Beneath the Sea. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
