# Charles Lindbergh — “We” character guide > Charles Lindbergh in “We” by Charles A. Lindbergh. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Lindbergh, Charles A. Lindbergh, Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh, Colonel Lindbergh, Colonel, Captain Lindbergh, Captain Charles Lindbergh **First appearance:** 0003-we ## Snapshot The young American aviator whose solo flight from New York to Paris turns him overnight into a global symbol of courage, sincerity, and the shrinking distance between nations. ## Who they are Lindbergh arrives in Paris not as a celebrity seeking the spotlight but as a quiet young man whose abrupt sincerity moves crowds, generals, and ambassadors alike. As offers worth millions and a growing avalanche of mail descend on the Embassy, he refuses to handle or accept them, gravely dubious that his original enterprise is slipping out of his control. His grace under this sudden weight defines the early arc, testing whether the boy who crossed an ocean can survive the world that rushes to embrace him. ## Relationships ### [King Albert](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/characters/king_albert) _social_ Charles Lindbergh met King Albert of Belgium during his post-flight tour, receiving royal honors and admiration. ### [Myron T. Herrick](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/characters/myron_t_herrick) _professional_ Myron T. Herrick, the U.S. Ambassador to France, acted as Lindbergh's key diplomatic liaison and supporter in Paris. ### [Mrs. Evangeline Lindbergh](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/characters/mrs_evangeline_lindbergh) _family_ Evangeline Lindbergh is Charles Lindbergh's mother, who supported his aviation ambitions and shared in his public triumph. ### [Madame Nungesser](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/characters/madame_nungesser) _social_ Madame Nungesser, mother of the missing aviator Charles Nungesser, met Lindbergh in a poignant moment of shared aviation loss and hope. ### [Sir Samuel Hoare](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/characters/sir_samuel_hoare) _professional_ Sir Samuel Hoare, British Air Minister, officially welcomed Lindbergh to England and facilitated his diplomatic engagements. ### [Fitzhugh Green](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/characters/fitzhugh_green) _professional_ Fitzhugh Green was a journalist and author who assisted Lindbergh with his early memoir and public relations. ### [Raymond Orteig](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/characters/raymond_orteig) _professional_ Raymond Orteig offered the Orteig Prize that motivated Lindbergh's transatlantic flight, making them prize patron and recipient. ### [Burgomaster Max](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/characters/burgomaster_max) _social_ Burgomaster Max of Brussels officially welcomed Lindbergh to Belgium with civic ceremonies. ### [Charles Evans Hughes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/characters/charles_evans_hughes) _professional_ Charles Evans Hughes, U.S. Secretary of State, formally received Lindbergh and helped coordinate his diplomatic tour. ### [H. J. Lynch](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/characters/h_j_lynch) _professional_ H. J. Lynch was a mechanic or ground crew member who worked on Lindbergh's plane preparations. ### [Reese](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/characters/reese) _professional_ Reese was a support crew member who assisted Lindbergh with flight logistics. ### [Sir Samuel Hoare](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/characters/sir_samuel_hoare) _professional_ Sir Samuel Hoare, British Air Minister, officially welcomed Lindbergh to England and facilitated his diplomatic engagements. ## In the story ### [Dedication](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/dedication) The author and pilot, whose flight is the subject of the dedication. ### [We](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/we) Central figure reflecting on the collaborative nature of his achievement. ### [I: Boyhood and Early Flights](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/i-boyhood-and-early-flights) Narrator and protagonist; describes his birth, family background, irregular schooling, and early aviation experiences including barnstorming, wing-walking, and his first parachute jump. ### [II: My First Plane](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/ii-my-first-plane) Narrator and protagonist; buys his first plane, takes his first solo flight, and begins barnstorming. ### [III: Barnstorming Experiences](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/iii-barnstorming-experiences) Narrator and protagonist; barnstorms through Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, and other states; applies for Army cadet training. ### [IV: Heading South](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/iv-heading-south) Narrator and pilot; barnstorming with Klink while awaiting orders to report to Brooks Field. ### [Training at Brooks Field](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/v-training-at-brooks-field) Narrator and protagonist; arrives at Brooks Field as a Flying Cadet, undergoes primary flight training, and describes his experiences. ### [Receiving a Pilot's Wings](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/vi-receiving-a-pilot-s-wings) Narrator and protagonist; recounts his advanced flight training at Kelly Field, including formation flying, gunnery practice, and near-washout incidents. ### [VII: I Join the Air Mail](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/vii-i-join-the-air-mail) Narrator and protagonist; joins the Air Mail service as chief pilot, instructs students, and performs barnstorming and test flights. ### [VIII: Two Emergency Jumps](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/viii-two-emergency-jumps) Narrator and pilot; describes his emergency jumps and air mail experiences. ### [IX: San Diego–St. Louis–New York](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/ix-san-diego-st-louis-new-york) Describes his initial consideration of the New York–Paris flight, decision-making on aircraft type, involvement in construction and navigation planning, and piloting the Spirit of St. Louis from San Diego to St. Louis and then to New York. ### [X: New York to Paris](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/x-new-york-to-paris) Narrator and protagonist; describes his takeoff, flight, and receptions in Europe and America. ### [Publisher’s Note](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/publisher-s-note) Lindbergh struggled to write about his own welcome and agreed to a third-person account. ### [Author's Note](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/author-s-note) Author of the note, endorsing Fitzhugh Green's account. ### [A Little of What the World Thought of Lindbergh](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/a-little-of-what-the-world-thought-of-lindbergh) The central figure of global admiration and discussion. ### [I: Paris](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/i-paris) The 'dark horse' who flew solo from New York to Paris, landing at Le Bourget and becoming the center of a massive outpouring of affection and ceremony. ### [II: Brussels](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/ii-brussels) The aviator is the guest of honor, meeting royalty and delivering speeches. ### [III: London](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/iii-london) The central figure, received by royalty and British officials, awarded the Royal Air Force Cross. ### [IV: Washington](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/iv-washington) Returns to America aboard the Memphis, greeted by massive crowds and officials in Washington. Attends President Coolidge's dinner and National Press Club event. ### [V: New York](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/v-new-york) The guest of honor, participating in parades, banquets, and ceremonies; speaks at events and receives the Orteig Prize. ### [St. Louis](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/vi-st-louis) Flies to St. Louis, participates in a parade and exhibition flight, issues a statement to the press, and is overwhelmed by public attention. ### [List of Illustrations](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/chapters/list-of-illustrations) Central figure in all illustrations, depicted from childhood through the transatlantic flight and subsequent honors. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/characters/charles_lindbergh - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/we_2_se/characters