The Dare Boys of 1776 by Stephen Angus Cox
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page 75 of 145 (51%)
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Chapter X In the Enemy's Camp Dick Dare had accomplished what had seemed to be the most difficult part of the task that he had come here to accomplish, viz.: Gotten within the British lines, had become, in fact, a member of the British army. So far so good. Now to secure information that would be of value to General Washington and a benefit to the great Cause of Liberty. "What's your name?" asked one of the British soldiers. "Harry Fuller," Dick replied "Where do you live?" "Oh, about ten miles from here," replied the youth "Parents living." "Yes," replied Dick. "And so you have joined the king's army and are going to help make it hot for the rebels, hey" with a chuckle. "Good for you." "Yes," said Dick, "I am eager to get a chance to strike blows against |
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