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As Jonathan lay on the forest floor, he eventually hears the fading sounds of the fife and drum.
3:16
Jonathan begins to weep—first fragmented cries then full body sobs. He is alone and hurt. He does not know what will happen to him.
3:30
Jonathan is out of tears. He rolls over. He had been laying on his rifle and his hands were still clutching it.
3:35
Jonathan cannot figure out where he is or how to get home. He notices sticky blood on his shoe. He doesn't know to whom the blood belonged.
3:38
Although he is dizzy and weak, he finally stands and looks about for a way home. Part of him wishes he had died since he failed so miserably in his first mission. He hears a noise—a Hessian soldier is standing not very far away.
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