by Ernest Haycox
In the storm-lashed winter of 1777, young Continental officer Jeffry Peale is thrust into a perilous mission behind enemy lines. Tasked with a clandestine journey to British-occupied New York, he navigates treacherous taverns, shifting loyalties, and the ever-present threat of capture in a world where trust is a luxury and survival demands cunning. A gripping tale of espionage, courage, and the relentless pursuit of duty amid the chaos of the American Revolution.
Transcribed from Adventure, July 25, 1923 (The Butterick Publishing Company).