Nathan Hale, 1776

Nathan Hale, 1776: Biography And Memorials is a historical biography written by Henry Phelps Johnston and published in 1914. The book tells the story of Nathan Hale, a young American soldier who was executed by the British during the Revolutionary War for spying. The book begins with a brief overview of Hale's life and family background, and then delves into his education at Yale and his decision to join the Continental Army. The author provides a detailed account of Hale's activities as a spy, including his capture and subsequent trial and execution.In addition to the biography of Hale, the book also includes a collection of memorials and tributes to him from various individuals and organizations. These include speeches, poems, and other writings that celebrate Hale's bravery and sacrifice.Overall, Nathan Hale, 1776: Biography And Memorials is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most famous American heroes of the Revolutionary War. It offers a detailed look at Hale's life and legacy, as well as the historical context in which he lived and died.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.