Nathan Hale The Super Secret Spy

By:Mack L.

Introduction

Have you ever heard of Nathan Hale? I was a teacher first but than became a patriot spy in 1776.

Birth/Family

I was born on a farm in June 6,1755 in Coventry, Connecticut. My dad’s name was Deacon Richard Hale, and he is a wealthy farmer. My mom’s name was Elizabeth Stong. My brother’s name was Enoch Hale. I died on 1776 september 22. My wife's name is Ann.

Education/Career

Me and my brother went to Yale College at 14 years old with his brother Enoch. When I grew up, he was a teacher in East Haddam and New London. Later in life I became a patriot spy during the Revolutionary War.

Famous for

I am famous for sneaking into the british campgrounds and taking notes. Also because I was hung and my last words were “I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country”. Also because I was one of the first known American spies of the Revolutionary War.

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Interesting Facts

I was a middle child in my family. I was the great grandson of Reverend John Hale, a prominent figure during the Salem Witch Trials in 1692.

sources

Nathan Hale, Britannica, 5/17/23. www.school.eb.com

Nathan Hale, Ducksters, 5/18/23. www.ducksters.com

Zemlicka, Shannon,Millbrook Press/Minneapolis,Lerner Publishing group inc.,Shannon Zemlicka,2002