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Carlton, Henry Fisk
Zyve, Claire Turner
1895
Zyve, Claire T.
The Story of Nathan Hale
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"The Story of Nathan Hale" by Henry Fisk Carlton is a historical drama written in the early 20th century. This book recounts the life and heroic actions of Nathan Hale, an American patriot and spy during the Revolutionary War. Through its dramatized narrative, it aims to illustrate Hale's courageous spirit and ultimate sacrifice for the freedom of his country. The story begins with Nathan Hale being given a critical mission by General Washington to gather intelligence on British troop movements. As he embarks on this dangerous journey, Hale adopts a disguise and meets various characters, including fellow soldiers and locals, who aid him in his quest. Despite his determination, he ultimately gets captured by British forces after his espionage efforts are discovered. The narrative builds toward Hale’s poignant final moments as he faces execution, famously declaring that he "only regrets that he has but one life to lose for my country." Through Hale's experiences, the play captures themes of bravery, duty, and the cost of war, making it a stirring tribute to this Revolutionary hero. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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