The Hero's Journey In The Series: Charlie Wilcox

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Charlie Wilcox, the main character of the series, begun his journey by being shipped off to England at the age of fourteen by none other than the bully, Clint. Charlie had helped the war cause by becoming a stretcher bearer and then a medical assistant. He had the chance to leave but gave up his chance to Lily, who he had fallen in love with. It was because of that act that he had proven he was kind and generous, and even perhaps dauntless for knowing the consequences of his actions. Throughout his travels during World War I, Charlie had proven time and time again how determined he was. When Charlie had lost his family treasure, Charlie refused to leave without it, due to the fact that he had promised his family he wouldn’t lose it. Also,

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