Last of the Redmen

Daughter of Colonel Munro, she travels from England to visit her father at Fort William Henry. Cora is thrust into danger as the party is drawn into Iroquois ambushes and frontier violence. Her resolve to protect her family and endure the hardships of the trek drives her actions in the narrative.

Alice is the other Munro sister who accompanies the group into the peril of the frontier. She embodies caution and resilience as the family navigates deception and threat. Her presence adds emotional weight to the family’s peril and the stakes of escape.

A seasoned colonial scout whose rough manners, honesty, and practical sense set him apart from the British command. He distrusts Magua's ruses and becomes a crucial leader in the effort to outmaneuver the ambush and guide the group to safety.

Hawk-Eye’s loyal Indian companion, portrayed as honorable and brave. Uncas helps navigate the dangers of the frontier, aiding in rescue attempts and reinforcing themes of intercultural alliance and mutual loyalty.

A vengeful figure and a cunning antagonist who was flogged by General Munro in the past. Magua manipulates the native forces to execute a calculated ambush against the Munro party, embodying treachery and personal vendetta.

A British officer leading the besieged group and negotiating the delicate balance between discipline and practicality. He recognizes Hawkeye’s strengths and temporarily assigns leadership for the escape, illustrating the clash between rigid command and flexible survival strategies.

Commander of Fort Edward who is persuaded by Magua's testaments about French movements. His misreading of the intelligence sets off a sequence of dangerous miscalculations that jeopardize the Munro family and the outpost.

Father of Alice and Cora, he commands the fort and represents the steadfast colonial authority on the frontier. His leadership and decisions influence the fate of his family and the garrison.

The young member of the Munro family who accompanies the adults to visit and defend the fort. His presence adds a vulnerable dimension to the group’s peril and emphasizes the stakes of safeguarding the younger generation.