How Did Gatsby and Daisy Meet
Gatsby and Daisy first met in 1917 in Louisville, Kentucky, before Gatsby left for World War I. Daisy was a young socialite, and Gatsby was a military officer stationed at Camp Taylor.
The Louisville Connection
They met through local social circles while Gatsby was stationed nearby. Their brief romance ended when Gatsby was deployed, leaving Daisy to marry Tom Buchanan for financial stability.
Why Their Reunion Matters
Years later, Gatsby arranged to reunite with Daisy by having Nick invite her to tea. The meeting reignited their connection and set the events of the novel in motion.
For more background on the characters and historical context, see the Britannica entry on The Great Gatsby.
