The men came from every imaginable economic and social level of American life, "men who were better dressed in their uniforms than ever before in their lives," as Zelda wrote later, "and men from Princeton and Yale who smelled of Russian Leather and seemed very used to being alive…." The larger world that Zelda dreamed of was at her doorstep and accessible.
The men Zelda observed were a diverse mix, representing various economic and social backgrounds within America. She noted that many of them wore their military uniforms with pride, looking sharper than they had ever appeared before. Among them were affluent and educated individuals from prestigious universities like Princeton and Yale, distinguished by their refined tastes and vibrant presence. Their appearance and demeanor captured the essence of a lively and dynamic world.
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