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American War Rhetoric Men of New York: The present is the hour of renown. Have you not a wish for fame? Would you not choose to be one of those who, imitating the heroes who Montgomery lead, have in spite of the seasons, visited the tomb of the chief and conquered the country where he lies? Yes - - You desire your share of fame. Then seize the present moment. If you do not, you will regret it. Advance, then, to our aid. I will wait for you a few days. I cannot give you the day of my departure. But come on, come in companies, half companies, pairs or singly. I will organize you for a short tour. Ride to this place, if the distance is far, and send back your horses. But remember that every man who accompanies us places himself under my command, and shall submit to the salutary restraints of discipline. Brigadier General Alexander Smyth
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