# “We” — Chapters explained

> Chapter companions for “We” by Charles A. Lindbergh.

- [Dedication](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/dedication.md): The chapter is a dedication page where Charles Lindbergh honors his mother and the key individuals whose confidence and foresight made the flight of the Spirit of St. Louis possible.
- [Frontispiece](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/frontispiece.md): The chapter opens with the single word 'We', setting a tone of collective identity and shared endeavor.
- [We](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/we.md): The chapter explores the collective spirit and shared effort behind Lindbergh's transatlantic flight, emphasizing the unity of purpose among his supporters and the broader public.
- [I: Boyhood and Early Flights](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/i-boyhood-and-early-flights.md): Charles Lindbergh recounts his birth in Detroit, his family's Swedish immigrant heritage, his father's political career, and his mother's academic background. He describes his irregular schooling, early fascination with 
- [II: My First Plane](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/ii-my-first-plane.md): Charles Lindbergh recounts his purchase of a surplus Curtiss Jenny for $500, his first solo flight, and his early cross-country flying experiences, including barnstorming in Mississippi.
- [III: Barnstorming Experiences](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/iii-barnstorming-experiences.md): Lindbergh recounts his early barnstorming days, including flying with his father and mother, the challenges of making a living as a barnstormer, and his decision to apply for Army Air Service training. He describes vario
- [IV: Heading South](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/iv-heading-south.md): Lindbergh and Leon Klink embark on a barnstorming journey south from Missouri, facing mechanical failures, soft fields, and a crash at Pensacola. After repairs, they continue toward Texas, where Lindbergh must report to 
- [Training at Brooks Field](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/v-training-at-brooks-field.md): Charles Lindbergh arrives at Brooks Field on March 15, 1924, and enlists as a Flying Cadet. He describes the rigorous training environment, the camaraderie among the 104 cadets, and the high washout rate—only 18 of the o
- [Receiving a Pilot's Wings](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/vi-receiving-a-pilot-s-wings.md): Lindbergh describes his transfer to Kelly Field in September 1924, where he and fellow cadets transitioned from basic flight training to advanced military aviation. They flew De Havilands and other service aircraft, prac
- [VII: I Join the Air Mail](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/vii-i-join-the-air-mail.md): Lindbergh recounts his barnstorming travels, his second emergency parachute jump, his work as a flight instructor for Robertson Aircraft Corporation, and the preparations for the St. Louis–Chicago air mail route. He also
- [VIII: Two Emergency Jumps](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/viii-two-emergency-jumps.md): Lindbergh recounts the challenges of early air mail service, including night flying, fog, and ice hazards. He describes two emergency parachute jumps caused by fuel exhaustion and fog, highlighting the dangers faced by m
- [IX: San Diego–St. Louis–New York](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/ix-san-diego-st-louis-new-york.md): Lindbergh details the origins of the New York–Paris flight, sparked by Raymond Orteig's 1919 prize. He describes his decision to pursue a single-motored monoplane, the construction of the Spirit of St. Louis by Ryan Airl
- [X: New York to Paris](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/x-new-york-to-paris.md): Lindbergh describes the final preparations and takeoff from Roosevelt Field on May 20, 1927, the flight across the Atlantic, and his overwhelming reception in Paris, Belgium, and England. He recounts the chaos at Le Bour
- [Publisher’s Note](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/publisher-s-note.md): The publisher explains that Lindbergh found it difficult to write about his own triumphant welcome in Europe and America, so he agreed to have the story told in the third person by a chosen writer, allowing inclusion of 
- [Author's Note](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/author-s-note.md): Charles Lindbergh introduces Fitzhugh Green as the author of an account of his receptions, expressing trust in Green's judgment and his ability to capture the spirit of Lindbergh's efforts for aviation.
- [A Little of What the World Thought of Lindbergh](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/a-little-of-what-the-world-thought-of-lindbergh.md): This chapter presents a collection of international perspectives and reactions to Charles Lindbergh's transatlantic flight, highlighting the global admiration and diplomatic goodwill generated by his achievement.
- [I: Paris](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/i-paris.md): Lindbergh lands in Paris after his solo transatlantic flight, sparking an unprecedented wave of mass emotion and international goodwill. The chapter details his reception, the diplomatic thaw between France and America, 
- [II: Brussels](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/ii-brussels.md): Lindbergh's brief but impactful visit to Brussels, where he meets King Albert and Queen Elizabeth, receives a gold medal from Burgomaster Max, and delivers a speech on aviation's future. He also pays tribute to American 
- [III: London](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/iii-london.md): Lindbergh flies from Brussels to Croyden, England, where he is met by a massive crowd. He meets with British officials, including King George V, who awards him the Royal Air Force Cross, and the Prince of Wales. He atten
- [IV: Washington](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/iv-washington.md): Lindbergh returns to America aboard the cruiser Memphis, arriving in Washington, D.C. on June 11, 1927, to an unprecedented welcome. He is greeted by high officials, his mother, and massive crowds. The chapter details th
- [V: New York](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/v-new-york.md): Lindbergh's four-day celebration in New York City is described, including a massive water parade, a ticker-tape parade up Broadway, speeches by Mayor Walker, and a ceremony at the Shaft of Eternal Light. He receives the 
- [St. Louis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/vi-st-louis.md): Lindbergh flies to St. Louis, where he is greeted by massive crowds and a parade. He issues a statement expressing gratitude to the air mail service. The chapter also notes the immense public response, including millions
- [Endnotes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/endnotes.md): The endnotes clarify that the flying experiences described in the book occurred during the postwar period before aviation regulations existed, and that modern commercial flying conditions are far safer. They note that ri
- [List of Illustrations](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/we_2_se/chapters/list-of-illustrations.md): A catalog of photographs and illustrations documenting Charles Lindbergh's early life, the construction and flight of the Spirit of St. Louis, and the subsequent celebrations and honors in Paris, London, Brussels, Washin

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