Cultural Influences of the 1920s (The famous people)

Louis Armstrong (p.330) Famous for his Jazz music. He was a trumpeter and a singer. His raspy voice was recognizable and distinctive. Listen! http://viewpure.com/CWzrABouyeE?start =0&end=0 Read more about the Harlem Renaissance on page 334.

Langston Hughes (p. 330 and 335) He was a leading African-American writer of the Harlem Renaissance—a time of literary growth of the African Americans to celebrate their heritage. “Langston Hughes was known for the use of jazz and black folk rhythm in his poetry.” “Hughes conveyed ideas of strength and determination to believe in a better future. Langston Hughes’ innovated voice influenced many black writers.” Source: http://165.29.91.7/classes/humanities/amstud/97-98/harren/HUGHES.HTM

Babe Ruth (p. 331) He is probably one of the most famous baseball players of all time. Americans would crowd the stadiums just to see him play. He became an American icon and legend to adults and kids alike. He led the Boston Red Sox to two World Series wins, and was later traded to the Yankees to finish out his career. For the first time, more than 1 million fans showed up to the Yankee ballpark to see him in action. He hit 714 homeruns in all. He made 10 World Series appearances. Many still rank him number 1 among all the baseball players. He inspired people to go out and try to achieve their dreams! Read more at http://www.u-s-history.com/pages/h1698.html

Charles Lindbergh (p. 332) He became one of the greatest heroes of the decade. He flew a plane, called the Spirit of St. Louis, from New York to Paris. This was the first time a flight like this had ever been done. The age of flying around the world began! *Listen to the short story of Charles…

Al Capone Al Capone was a famous man— he was the leader of the mob. The mob was a group of gangsters that conducted illegal activities—like smuggling in illegal alcohol and murder. His criminal days ended when he was charged in 1931.