# Rudolf Dotzky — Lay Down Your Arms character guide

> Rudolf Dotzky in Lay Down Your Arms by Bertha von Suttner.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Countess Dotzky, Countess Rudolf Dotzky, Rudolf Dotzky

**First appearance:** 0008-vi

## Who they are

Arno Dotzky's wife, who struggles with her husband's military career and loss.

## In the story

### [Translator's Preface to the First Edition](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/chapters/translator-s-preface-to-the-first-edition)

Mentioned as the character who cries 'Es lebe die Zukunft' (Hail to the Future!) in the novel.

### [Chapter XI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/chapters/xi)

Mentioned as the patron of Puxl, whom Puxl is likely dreaming of.

### [XIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lay_down_your_arms_se/chapters/xix)

Martha's son; calls her 'Mother' for the first time, saving her from despair; later speaks at the christening.

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