# Mr. Kowalt — The Iron Heel character guide

> Mr. Kowalt in The Iron Heel by Jack London.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Kowalt

**First appearance:** 0007-v-the-philomaths

## Who they are

A socialist comrade and associate of Ernest.

## In the story

### [IX: The Mathematics of a Dream](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_iron_heel_se/chapters/ix-the-mathematics-of-a-dream)

Engages in the discussion, questioning what happens if the trusts win the battle for ownership of the machines.

### [XVI: The End](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_iron_heel_se/chapters/xvi-the-end)

Drafted into the militia against the farmers, refuses to serve, and is executed by drumhead court martial.

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