Nathan Hale was born in Coventry, Connecticut June 6, 1755. He graduated from Yale University at the age of 18 and became a teacher himself. He became a lieutenant in the Continental Army in 1775 during the Revolutionary War. The following year, he was promoted to captain, and he went on to serve with the Rangers, a group that was known for dangerous missions.
| Action Between the British and American Forces during the Revolutionary War |
Disguised as a Dutch schoolmaster seeking work, Nathan Hale successfully got the needed information from the British in New York. Things went so well, that his mission was done, and he was preparing to return home on September 21. Unfortunately, it was this night that he was arrested by the British soldiers. The word was that he was betrayed by his cousin.
The British General Howe offered Nathan Hale a bribe if he would side with the British. You can imagine Hale's response!
On this day in 1776, Nathan Hale was hanged. (Talk about a speedy execution!) He is best remembered for his famous last words:
I regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.
May we never forget all of the heroes who have given their lives so we may live a life of freedom. May we never take it lightly.
For more information, check out:
http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/today/sep22.html
http://library.thinkquest.org/TQ0312848/nhale.htm
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