Thomas Fowler Timeline and Summary

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Thomas 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.