Silas Talbot, Heroic Privateersman

Although he did his duty bravely, Silas Talbot’s first task for the army of the American colonies during the Revolutionary War ended with him badly wounded—and so did every mission after that. Finally, Silas decided to work as a privateersman instead so that he could plan out his own missions. His idea to outwit the English sailors who were setting up to attack his hometown was dangerous and daring, but Silas was determined to succeed.