The map of America may designate the vast extent of conquered country recovered by his sword: the future traveller in the southern states, may be pointed, by the peasant, to the various regions containing monuments of his valor and his skill; where, amid marches and counter-marches, his studied retreats and his rapid approaches, every advantage, given to the enemy, was resumed with ten-fold utility and certain conquest. The historic muse, as a legacy to future ages, may transmit with heroic dignity the feats of her favorite chief: but who shall transmit the feelings of the heart-or give the more interesting representation of his worth? the hero will remain ; but the man must be lost. The grief of his bereaved consort, aggravated by the universal testimony of his merit, we hope will receive some alleviation from the ardent sympathy of thousands, whose hearts were penetrated with his virtues, and whose tears would have flowed upon his hearse. But we will not open afresh the wounds which we cannot close. The best eulogium of the good and great is expressed by an emulation of their virtues. As those of the illustrious Greene were equally useful in every department, in which human society can call a man to act, every friend to America must feel the want of his assistance, in the duties that remain to be performed. Yet, as these duties are of the rational and pacific kind, the performance is more attainable, and emulation the better encouraged. In military operations, none but the soldier can be distinguished, nor any but the fortunate are sure of rendering service but here is a theatre of action for every citizen of a great country: in which the smallest circumstance will have its weight, and on which infinite consequences will depend. The present is an age of philosophy, and America the empire of reason. Here, neither the pageantry of courts, nor the glooms of superstition, have dazzled or beclouded the mind. Our duty calls us to act worthy of the age and the country that gave us birth. Though inexperience may have betrayed us into errors-yet they have not been fatal: and our own discernment will point us to their proper remedy. However defective the present confederated system may appear-yet a due consideration of the circumstances, under which it was framed, will teach us rather to admire its wisdom, than to murmur at its faults. The same political abilities, which were displayed in that institution, united with the experience we have had of its operation, will doubtless | produce a system, which will stand the test of ages, in forming a powerful and happy people. Elevated with the extensive prospect, we may consider present inconveniences as unworthy of regret. At the close of the war, an uncommon plenty of circulating specie, and a universal passion for trade, tempted many individuals to involve themselves in ruin, and injure the credit of their country. But these are evils which work their own remedy. The paroxysm is already over. Industry is increasing faster than ever it declined; and, with some exceptions, where legislative authority has sanctioned fraud, the people are honestly discharging their private debts, and increasing the resources of their wealth. Every possible encouragement for great and generous exertions, is now presented before us. Under the idea of a permanent and happy government, every point of view, in which the future situation of America can be placed, fills the mind with peculiar dignity, and opens an unbounded field of thought. The natural resources of the country are inconceivably various and great. The enterprising genius of the people promises a most rapid improvement in all the arts that embellish human nature. The blessings of a rational government will invite emigrations from the rest of the world, and fill the empire with the worthiest and happiest of mankind; while the example of political wisdom and felicity, here to be displayed, will excite emulation through the kingdoms of the earth, and meliorate the condition of the human race. In the pleasing contemplation of such glorious events, and comparing the scenes of action that adorn the western hemisphere, with what has taken place in the east, may we not apply to our country the language of the prophet of Israel, though spoken on a different occasion— "The glory of this latter house shall be greater than the former, saith the Lord of Hosts: and in this place will I give peace, saith the Lord of Hosts:"-peace to any disorders that may at present subsist among us-peace to the contending passions of nations-peace to this empire, to future ages, and through the extended world! GATHERING OF CONNECTICUT PEN SIONERS AT HARTFORD, AUGUST 7, 1820. The following incidents of the actors in the revolution, may aptly be placed in this col lection for preservation. It is copied from the Connecticut Mirror, printed at Hartford, on the 7th August, 1820. On Tuesday last the county court for this county commenced a special session, for the purpose of hearing the pensioners of the army of the revolution make oath to their respective estates. The number of applicants amounted to about one hundred and fifty, most of them indicating, in their appearance, the strongest evidence, that necessity alone urged them to make claim for that bounty to which they have the fullest title. The court, after having patiently gone through with the business, declined accepting any compensation, and several gentlemen of the bar, who assisted, followed their generous example. On Wednesday, after the pensioners had all made oath, it happened that among them a drummer and fifer were found, who were immediately furnished with instruments, at the sound of which the warworn veterans paraded in front of the court house. At their head was placed Major Curtis, who acted a distinguished part at the battle of Monmouth, and by his side marched Captain Miller, equally distinguished in leading up the "forlorn hope" at Stony Point.-Colonel Manross acted as marshal of the day.-By urgent solicitation these gentlemen permitted swords to be buckled to their sides. The venerable band then, almost without exception leaning upon their staves, moved off at the sound of the drum. The scene now presented was affecting beyond description. To see so many of the heroes of the revolution, bending beneath the weight of age, endeavoring to step to the sound of music, which, for a moment, seemed to strengthen their feeble joints, and kindle up in their countenances the remembrance of the deeds of other days, was enough to excite in the coldest bosom the strongest emotions of admiration and gratitude. The scenes of the revolution, associated with this feeble remnant of those who bore a part in them-crowded upon the mind, at one moment elevated with the proudest recollections-then saddened by the melancholy reflection that the same arm which, comparatively but a few years since, was nerved in battle for our defence, now tremblingly reached to the timeworn staff for support. Having marched up and down almost the whole extent of Main-street, they were led back to the north market, where a frugal and substantial dinner was provided for them by the citizens. The Rev. Mr. Cushman was invited to officiate at the table, and when the old soldiers had assembled with cheerful countenances around the convivial board, he prefaced a most pathetic and impressive prayer with the following patriotic observations. Venerable Fathers : The interesting occasion on which you are this day convened, awakens sensations in your withering bosoms more ardent, more solemn, and more important than the hope of pecuniary benefit could possibly inspire. You recollect, with a deep interest, the noble achievements which have been narrated to us by the fireside::-That period which threatened the citizens of these states with a fate more cruel than death, now rushes upon your remembrance, and almost restores that youthful vigor which time had gradually stolen away-that period, when the welfare of our country, the liberties of your persons, the enjoyment of your inalienable rights, and the destiny of your progeny, rolled with weight upon your then distressed hearts, now arises to heighten the felicity you then by your valor procured;-that love of liberty which first led our persecuted ancestors to prefer a howling wilderness to their native soil, and prompted them to resist oppression, when they could not escape by flight. They knew that the God who had made them, and had endowed them with the love of peace, intended that they should have a place on the face of the globe, and when they had peaceably withdrawn to these ends of the earth, they planted their standard in this territory, and resolutely called it theirs, determined, if the gift of Providence could not ensure a title against the claims of tyranny, to purchase it with their blood. In this laudable determination you took a part; in the conflict which ensued, you hazarded your lives, and while you stand trembling over the graves you have purchased in a peaceful soil, your children shall venerate your grey hairs, and express their gratitude for the privileges transmitted from you. May that spirit which first inspired your bosoms with patriotic valor, descend to your posterity through succeeding generations, and perpetuate the principles and enjoyments of national independence. But while we reverence you, our fathers, as the benefactors of our country, we trace our signal victory to a higher power, and recognize in our first triumph, and in every subsequent enjoyment, the Almighty arm of God.-To him be the praise-to him be our gratitude directed, and to him let us look through a glorious Redeemer for the continuance of civil and religious liberty. One hundred and twelve of these pensioners then sat down to the table, together with the judges of the court-Major Curtis presiding. | enemies-may America never want brave sons After the cloth was removed, the following to storm them. sentiments were drank, accompanied by cannon and the whole scene was closed by the patriotic and revolutionary song of 'God save America' in full chorus. TOASTS. I. The American revolution ;-the Jordan of death between the Egypt of oppression and the Canaan of liberty.- -2 guns. II. The departed heroes of the revolution; fallen beneath the harvest sickle-but the sun shines not upon a wider field of liberty than has sprung from their deeds.- -2 guns. III. GENERAL GEORGE WASHINGTON -our leader in battle here; may we all be mustered with him in Heaven. [Drank standing]—2 guns. IV. The surviving patriots of the revolution -may they not survive the liberty they won. -2 guns. V. General Joseph Warren ;— "Hope for a moment bade the world farewell, VII. The battle of Lexington;-" How a matter a little fire kindleth!"—2 guns. VIII. Bunker-Hill-let its thunders never cease to ring in the ears of our enemies.-6 cheers and 2 guns. IX. Captain Nathan Hale ;-the blood of such martyrs is the sure seed of future patriots and heroes.- —2 guns. X. Our pensions :— "The broken soldier kindly bade to stay- XI. The spirit of '76-may it descend to posterity, and ever stand at 4th proof.- -2 guns. XII. The rising generation ;—while they enjoy the blessings of liberty, may they never forget those who achieved it.—2 guns. XIII. Ourselves-We must all soon meet where the poverty we now plead shall be our best title to a pension of eternal rest. -2 guns [Drank silent and standing.] VOLUNTEERS. By major Curtis.-The citizens of Hartford; We were hungry, and they gave us meat." By captain Miller.-The batteries of our By major Natch.-May our sons never relinquish the liberties purchased by their fathers at the price of their blood. ANECDOTES AND INCIDENTS OF THE DAY. An old officer to whom was assigned the duty of forming the company, after the line was formed, said with as much strength as age and infirmity would permit-"fellow soldiers ! dress by the right," finding that he was not heard upon the two extremes of his company he exclaimed with new energy—“ soldiers, look to the right; the soldier's friends are always found on the right." After the company was formed, they found themselves much annoyed by the spectators, whose eager curiosity led them to encroach too close upon these old veterans, upon which one of the sergeants stepped briskly forward"Gentlemen," said he, stand back; these men shall not want for room to-day-they shall have the whole city if they want it: you may look at us if you will, but you must not press upon our ranks-the British never dared to do that. In the morning after the troops were mustered, it was proposed to major Curtis, an aged and venerable patriot, that he should march at their head, and a sword was accordingly procured for his use. When it was presented to him he strongly declined wearing it, saying that it was now an unfit instrument for his feeble palsied hand. Upon this an old comrade stepped up-“Major,” said he "you did not behave thus at Monmouth battle." Monmouth! Monmouth!" said the major, "let me feel of it; " then raised the sword aloft, his hand trembling like the aspen, he added—“ I once could wield it, but the day has gone bystill if you wish it, I will try to carry it.” After a short march the troops were halted a few moments in order to give the more aged and infirm an opportunity to rest. The old major mentioned above, after seating himself on a stone, observed to the by-standers "that it was pleasant to them to measure their steps once more to the martial drum and fife," but added he with feeling—“ Hark! from the tombs is now our appropriate music." The second volunteer toast, which was given by captain Miller of this town, may be read with additional interest, when it is known that he was the hero who commanded the forlorn hope at the storming of Stony-Point. The story, as we heard it related by a pensioner who was at his side at the time, is worth preserving. Miller, upon reaching the enemy's works, from his small size, was unable to reach the tops of the pickets; after making one or two unsuccessful leaps, and fearing that he should be preceded by his companions, exclaimed-" throw me into the fort with your bayonets," and he was literally tossed over with the muzzles of their muskets. In duty firm, in danger calm as ev'n, To friends unchanging, and sincere to Heaven. FROM THE CONNECTICUT MIRROR. A view of the march of the veterans on Wednesday, occasioned the following: The age, infirmities and extreme poverty of these pensioners, was calculated to render the scene peculiarly affecting. Most of them, as appeared by their declarations, possessed little or nothing. A great part of the inventories fell short of fifty dollars, and many of them And round them the garlands of victory were spread. amounted to a much smaller sum: one, in par-Then little they dream'd that the country they sav'd— ticular, contained but one item, and that an empty tobacco box! They once march'd in glory-their banners were streaming, With the glance of the sunbeam, their armor was gleaming; Then hopes swelled their bosoms—then firm was their Captain Nathan Hale, whose virtues and misfortunes suggested the sentiment contained in the eighth toast, was a brave and valuable officer belonging to colonel Knowlton's regiment of Connecticut light-infantry. He was a native of Coventry, in this state, and graduated at Yale College in 1773. After the unfortunate battle on Long-Island and the retreat of the American troops to New York, general Washington became very solicitous to obtain accurate information of the resources and movements of the British army. To spy out an enemy's Thus did fond virtue wish in vain to save, tread That the country for whom every danger they brav'd, Yes! Saviours and Sires, though the pittance be small, names. And when life with its toils and afflictions shall cease, Then freemen shall weep o'er the veteran's grave, And round it the laurel and cypress shall wave. A. T. INTERESTING REMINISCENCES OF Among the applicants for pensions was lieut. M., who obtained his title by his valor. His declaration was made out in due form, and certified by the judge who knew him well, and could safely attest his merits and his services. The needy veteran possessed an infirmity which rendered him unable to write his name, and in signing the necessary documents, he could only make his mark. At the storming of Fort Montgomery, by the British, he was in the act of touching off a cannon, loaded to the muzzle with every kind of missile, when a shot carried away his arm, and the match dropped upon the ground; he immediately seized it with his left hand, and fired the piece, at the very point and at the very instant the enemy were entering the fort, which swept down a whole phalanx of the foe. For this heroic action he was honored with a commission; but in his old age he could not write his name with his left hand. Another of these venerable men, trembling with age, applied for the necessary papers to obtain a pension. The judge inquired where he had served? "Why, first," said he, "in the old French war." Ah, said the judge, you cannot obtain a pension for services at that period, did you serve in the revolutionary army? "O yes, I served all the war. I was at the battle of Bunker's Hill-afterwards at Long Island, and the capture of the Hessians at Trenton-I was at the attack of Germantown, and the battle of Monmouth,-and, finally, at the capture and siege of Yorktown, in Virginia—and,” added the old man, his eyes kindling with the fire of '76, “I was the first American sentinel placed at the quarters of lord Cornwallis, after he was an American pris- | oner." BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH OF CAPTAIN EZRA LEE, LYME, CONN. DIED, at Lyme, (Connecticut), on the 29th ult., Captain EZRA LEE, aged 72, a revolutionary officer. It is not a little remarkable, that this officer is the only man, of which it can be said, that he fought the enemy upon land-upon water—and under the water; the latter mode of warfare was as follows: When the British fleet lay in the North River, opposite to the city of New York, and while general Washington had possession of the city, he was very desirous to be rid of such neighbors. A Mr. Bushnell, of Saybrook, (Conn.) who had the genius of a Fulton, constructed a submarine machine, of a conical form, bound together with iron bands, within which one person might sit, and with cranks and sculls, could navigate it to any depth under water. In the upper part was affixed a vertical screw for the purpose of penetrating ships' bottoms, and to this was attached a magazine of powder, within which was a clock, which on being set to run any given time, would, when run down, spring a gunlock, and an explosion would follow. This Marine Turtle, so called, was examined by general Washington, and approved; to preserve secrecy, it was experimented with in an inclosed yard, over twenty to thirty feet water, and kept during day-light locked in a vessel's hold. The brother of the inventor was to be the person to navigate the machine into action, but on sinking it the first time, he declined the service. Gen. Washington, unwilling to relinquish the object, requested major general Parsons to select a person, in whom he could confide, voluntarily to engage in the enterprise; the | latter being well acquainted with the heroic spirit, the patriotism, and the firm and steady courage of the deceased above mentioned, immediately communicated the plan, and the offer, which he accepted, observing that his life was at general Washington's service. After practicing the machine, until he understood its powers of balancing and moving under water, a night was fixed upon for the attempt. General Washington, and his associates in the secret, took their stations upon the roof a house in Broadway, anxiously waiting the result. Morning came and no intelligence could be had of the intrepid sub-marine navigator, nor could the boat who attended him, give any account of him after parting with him the first part of the night. While these anxious spectators were about to give him up as lost, several barges were seen to start suddenly from Governor's Island, (then in possession of the British), and proceed toward some object near the Asia ship of the line,-as suddenly they were seen to put about and steer for the Island with springing oars. In two or three minutes an explosion took place from the surface of the water, resembling a water spout, which aroused the whole city and region; the enemy's ships took the alarm-signals were rapidly given the ships cut their cables and proceeded to the Hook, with all possible dispatch, sweeping their bottoms with chains, and with difficulty prevented their affrighted crews from leaping overboard. During this scene of consternation, the deceased came to the surface, opened the brass head of his aquatic machine: rose up and gave a signal for the boat to come to him, but they could not reach him, until he again descended under water to avoid the enemy's shot from the Island, who had discovered and commenced firing in his wake. Having forced himself against a strong current under water until without the reach of shot, he was taken in tow and landed at the battery amidst a great crowd, and reported himself to general Washington, who expressed his entire satisfaction, that the object was effected, without the loss of lives. The deceased was under the Asia's bottom more than two hours, endeavoring to penetrate her copper, but in vain. He frequently came up under her stern galleries searching for exposed plank, and could hear the sentinel's cry. Once he was discovered by the watch on deck, and heard them speculate upon him, but concluded a drifted log had paid them a visit—he returned to her keel and examined it fore and aft, and then proceeded to some other ships; but the impossibility of |