Thomas Fowler Timeline and Summary
MoreThomas Fowler Timeline and Summary
- Fowler first meets Pyle at the outdoor bar at the Continental Hotel. The American shares his interest in York Harding.
- He's present when Pyle and Phuong first meet.
- While up north to see the war up close, Fowler is surprised when Pyle shows up to inform him of his plans to woo Phuong.
- Both men find themselves trapped and under fire in a watch tower after Fowler's car breaks down. Pyle saves his life.
- On the advice of his partner, Fowler visits men named Mr. Chou and Mr. Heng. They suggest that Pyle may be working to arm a Third Force.
- Fowler loses Phuong to Pyle.
- After witnessing a bombing in which Pyle had a role, Fowler visits Mr. Heng again. They work out a plot to deal with Pyle.
- After Pyle's death, Fowler is questioned by Vigot, a French police officer who suspects but cannot prove his involvement.