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and ponderous mass. It was hese he planned the measures whereby he could make his country independent, and laid the foundation of his glory. It was here he perfected those principles that had been early instilled into his mind by a fostering, ' attentive parent. Here it was that he obtained access to the sacred temple of masonry, and beheld her lovely in all her mysterious majesty. Here it was that he informed himself of the heros of antient days. Those were the sweets and beauties that allured him, when retiring from the tent of Mars. Those were the advantages and benefits that resulted from silence and retreat, to his capacious and well-tutored mind. But how long did he enjoy those inexpressible charms, arising from a worldly absence, and flowing from the fountain of peace! O, life! how transitory are thy scenes! they are all the vision of the moment; when we think that we have obtained thy blessings, and have made sure of them, how soon do we lose them! Scarce had a few revolving suns traversed yonder sky, a few seasons paced slowly on from the close of the war, until the affections of his countrymen snatched him once more from his heart-fond home, to join them in redressing those grievances laid upon them by an unfeeling, unnatural parent, contrary to their unalienable and natural rights, secured and guaranteed to them by their numerous predecessors, and the most noble sovereigns that ever graced Britannia's throne. In this capacity he joins the grand national council, protesting with a manly spirit against those acts of usurpation, but at the same time petitioning with an humble propriety for redress. Here, like Cincinnatus, he is firmly resolved and determined to maintain his country's freedom, let the consequences be what they might. Here, in this august body, he acquired redoubled confidence in the hearts of his countrymen. Here he exhibited the wise man, by his correct conduct, and cautious silence. The success of congress in obtain ing their desired object, every one must know: nothing like redress or restitution, nothing like reconciliation were offered. They are told that they have nothing to hope for from an of fended sovereign. They become roused, indignant; quiet submission and passive obedience are now raised and enkindled into revenge. They assume to themselves the determination to live free, or fall with their liberty, in her protection and defence.

These measures bring an army to enforce the decrees and oppressive mandates of their master. It is landed, and cruel tyranny, hitherto a stranger to our land, now exerts her awful sway. Our citizens are imprisoned and in chains. The groans of the martyrs in our cause are heard, with heart-rending pangs, to every bosom of sensibility. The clanking fetters that bind down the aged fathers of families, din the ear of the passing freeman, and in language more emphatic than that of words, calls out, "Pity and revenge our cause!" The flames of churches and mansions point out the way to the enemy. They embody themselves in arms a cry is raised from north to south; the soldier listens to the sound borne on the flying breeze-it is revenge! They meet together in confidence, and demand of their leaders immediate battle-it is granted. They march for the first time, glowing with all the ardent courage of youth, burning with the revenge of more mature years, meet the enemy, and give them fight. A Warren, then first in glory, points out the road to victory, and after wings his flight to worlds of bliss. The foe is repulsed three successive times; three successive times is the battle renewed, each bringing with it new vigor and redoubled slaughter. Their ammunition fails-their general is gone thence discouraged and disordered, they prudently retreat to the lawns of Cambridge,

WH HEN Congress had received the fatal news of Warren's death, and the unsuccessful but honorable resistance that had been made, a confusion of fear and astonishment overspread every countenance, and every heart tottered from its centre. The pulse of vital government stood still, and ceased to beat the note of the passing moment. All is silent, solemn and mournful, ominous of some important event. At this crisis of despondency, a gleam of hope illumes the face of Franklin, the precursor of Washington. It is observed by all-they are reanimated they look up to him as an augur-his advice is a law. He rises, reverenced and respected, not for his age alone, but his wisdom in council. All eyes are upon him, all are immersed in silent attention, waiting the dictum of this oracle. He speaks of their situation, their losses, their resources, the probability

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of success in arms with an able general to command. They are in suspense, as to whom he intended nominating. He at last speaks of a man strong in years, tried in war, great in peace, fond of his country, and firmly attached to her interests and rights It is Washington, the savior of his country, and messiah of America! He is unanimously chosen commander in chief of their armies. He appears at their bar with all that great elegant simplicity that manly grace, and native majesty, which always command admiration-thanks them for the great trust and confidence they had reposed in him, and assures them that while he implores divine aid and assistance, that his own strenuous exertions towards establishing their independence and respectability as a nation, shall never be relaxed. The grand sword is once more handed down from the armory, and given to its known companion, to wield once more in battle. He proceeds to Boston, to command his brothers in glory, with the prayers of freemen descending on his head, for his preservation. in the hour of danger, and success in his great but arduous undertaking. On him, as an axis, all their rights and interests turn. The waiting eyes of all America are upon him. Europe admires, while amazement confounds her. The enemy know of his appointment: they fear his abilities—his name is an host. On the second day of July, 1775, he arrives at his destined place. His presence obliterates the just now uneasy sensations that had settled on the minds of the late unfortunate but brave in fight. They think that under him they can conquer, that with him they can die. They contemplate regularity in arms, a profusion of necessaries for the soldiers life, a sufficiency of warlike instruments, so essential as a spur to courage, and from the want of which they had met with a recent defeat. The commander in chief considers them as a machine, with which he, must work at his appointed occupation; he adds to this inspired determined courage, discipline and order. His time is devoted to arrangements, and the organizing those brave but unpolished sons of freedom. The work is great and momentous -he wants aid-none to be found. Perseverance supplies the defect of it. Those hours which nature allotted to rest are em. ployed.

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METHINKS I see the venerable hero, at the midnight hour, sitting in his tent, when all but himself, and his faithful centry, are drowning their cares and sorrows in balmy slumbers— the little taper, hanging from the arched roof, discovers his pensive attitude, deeply engaged in planning operations for the ensuing day. I see him rising at the sound of the morning trump, wearied with multiplicity of cares, and perplexed with thought, visiting his forces, executing his night-made plans, harranguing his men, pointing out to them their duties as citizen soldiers, the blessings of a continuance of their freedom,. and the sad, horrid consequences of a failure in their glorious struggle. I see them leave him, and return at his solicitation. I see them emaciated, and reduced with sickness, receiving his attention and fatherly kindness, comforting and consoling them in their various and numerous distresses. I see him discharge an army of 30,000 men, and recruit another, within musket shot of an enemy, furnished with every necessary military convenience, commanded by generals and officers grown old in service, fraught with experience, great in numbers and well trained. I see this army of monsters, terrified by his industry, boldness, courage, depth of management, retire from the heights to the town of Boston. I see them, alarmed by the thunder of freedom's artillery, depart from their place of refuge-an exploit, performed by men laboring through a tempestuous cold winter, contending with the stings of hunger, sickness, fatigue, and their family affections and attachments, unrivalled in history, never before done by man or men.-What conducted to this? Love of country, and zeal in her cause. Thus we find, that no considerations whatever can draw men, when in pursuit of such noble purposes, from the line of rectitude and straight conduct.

In this last situation he had the honor of being the first mover of an expedition, which excited great curiosity and astonishment, and encreased his military lustre and character as an officer, in the opinions of the enemy. But, alas! it deprived the country of the great and valiant Montgomery. Here he was consulted by congress on all business of importance. Here he laid that base upon which he bullt the courage and spirit of

his army; a superstructure that will command the admiration of distant time. Here he appears as a great comet, shewing itself in the solar system, after an absence of many years, rolling through the vast space of ether, with its own unborrowed velocity and splendor, attracting the notice of every one. Here he brings to light and military knowledge his brothers in arms, hitherto veiled in the gloomy mist of ignorance. Having secured his victory and advantages, gained with cautious and provident steps, he pursues the enemy to their supposed place of retreat, and there awaits their arrival. The enemy arrives— he meets and gives them battle, but fortune, who hitherto favored, leaves, and declares victory to be against him. Having secured a retreat, under the auspices of a guardian heaven, hẹ retires to Jersey, after making frequent attempts; but, alas! all in vain, to cope with the foe. He is pursued-success fails in all quarters his soldiers are discouraged, poorly compensated; people of the country drawn from their allegiance to the cause, their royal affections reviving-treasury exhausted, no means of supplying it, public credit lost; ammunition, arms, necessaries of life, scarcely to be procured; traitors surrounding him, snares laid for his destruction, government losing confidence in him, snares laid for his destruction, government losing confidence in him, a rival in the command, northern and southern armies to direct; a crouded hospital poorly attended, demanding his most strenuous and humane exertions; manœuvres and motions of an enemy, superior in numbers, to observe and watch; and, in particular, party animosity and disputes in the bosom of his encampment!

HERE we see the great man-here we see the illustrious. Washington, in his true light, and exalted point of view, Firm in his resolves-buoyed up by that support which hope and his strength of mind afforded-undismayed at the gathering storm, apparently about to descend with all its violence and terrors placing his trust in that Supreme Director of all armies, and looking with an aching eye upon the approaching convulsions of his country. Let me ask you, if there was a man at that time, when placed in his situation, that would not have desponded, and given up all hope of success? View him in the

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