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Hale honored on anniversary of execution

Revolutionary war hero Nathan Hale was honored last Wednesday in a ceremony at City Hall Park. The event marked the 234th anniversary of Hale’s execution at the hands of the British soldiers in 1776.

A wreath was laid at the foot of the 13-foot bronze statue of Hale depicting the 21-year-old patriot’s final moments....
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