We present here the story of the famous Revolutionary hero and martyr, Nathan Hale.
Good-by, William. I'll try to be back in a week.
HULL
Good luck to you, Nathan.
HALE
If by any chance I fail to return, will you see that my uniform and other effects are sent to my family?
HULL
Of course I will, Nathan.
POND
Come aboard, Captain Hale!
POND [coming in]
Here you are, careful now! Give me your hand and watch yourself--there!
HALE
Thank you.
POND
What kind of an outfit do you call that you've got on! I'd never have known you if I hadn't heard your voice.
HALE
That's good, Pond!
POND
Good, why?
HALE
Because I'm bound for the enemy lines.
POND
What? Not on spy duty, I hope?
HALE
Exactly. Will you give me passage to Long Island, and land me in some secluded spot?
POND
Why--yes--if you wish it.
HALE
You can do it without endangering yourself or your boat?
POND
There'll be no diff
