impossibility,--the British troops fought with a bravery which was
never exceeded, and that their victories in actual conflict vastly
outnumbered their defeats. Indeed, it may be doubted whether in any
war in which this country has been engaged have our soldiers
exhibited the qualities of endurance and courage to a higher degree.

Yours very sincerely,

G. A. HENTY.






TRUE TO THE OLD FLAG.




CHAPTER I.


A FRONTIER FARM.


"Concord, March 1, 1774.

"MY DEAR COUSIN: I am leaving next week with my husband for England,
where we intend to pass some time visiting his friends. John and I