Charles Lindbergh was important to the the time period of the 1920's in a couple of ways. He was the first to fly nonstop across the Atlantic in 1927, and seemed to symbolize American energy and optimism. Unlike most people in the 20's, Charles did not want the fame, but others thought of hims as a hero. He is a good figure of the 1920's because it shows how someone can oppose fame, while the media embraces it, but looks for something in return. He represents Theme Five, The Public Life is the Private Life. Charles wanted his privacy, but the media made him a hero, lowering his chances of having a "quiet" life, which is why he didnt want fame.
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