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William Hudson
Hudson is confident in the squad's weapons and capabilities. It works with the colony's systems and motion sensor, accompanying actions with loud comments. His reactions show how quickly familiar confidence gives way to fear of the unknown.
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About the dossier
Behind the bravado there is a man
Motive
Survive the operation and return home with the squad.
Role in history
Marine. Combat technician.
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Bottom line
After the losses, Hudson falls into despair, but again joins the defense. During the fight in the command center, the creature drags him under the floor. The subsequent fate is not shown on screen; he does not return from the colony.
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Dossier on the film "Aliens" (1986). Biographies from the novels, deleted scenes and alternate sequels are not mixed with the on-screen story.