Conclusion
"He behaved with great composure and resolution, saying he thought it the duty of every good Officer, to obey any orders given him by his Commander-in-Chief, and desired Spectators to be at all times prepared to meet death in whatever shape it might appear" -Lieutenant Frederick Mackenzie, British Officer, September 22, 1776
Only image of Nathan Hale that was created before his death. Silhouette of Nathan Hale drawn on door in family house.
Source: Nathan Hale Homestead |
"'I am not influenced by the expectation of promotion or pecuniary reward. I wish to be useful, and every kind of service necessary for the public good, becomes honorable by being necessary. If the exigencies of my country demand a peculiar service, its claims to perform that service are imperative!" -Nathan Hale quoted by Captain Hull |
Two hundred and forty years later, Nathan Hale, a twenty-one year old spy, inspires people to be patriotic, devoted, and prideful. Nathan Hale was America's first spy which was a turning point in American history as well as the American Revolution. His acts inspired and molded the way Americans view their patriotic duties. However, being patriotic does not end a war, instead it fuels the progress and identity of the country.
To honor the legacy of Nathan Hale, one must discover what they are passionate about and fight for it with dignity and pride.
To honor the legacy of Nathan Hale, one must discover what they are passionate about and fight for it with dignity and pride.