"I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country."
- Nathan Hale
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A lawyer and a landowner, he became a national war hero after defeating the British in the Battle of New Orleans during the War of 1812.
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He was a continental soldier during the revolutionary war. He is considered America's first spy and was captured by the British during an intelligence gathering mission. He is famous for his last words, "I regret that I have but one life to give for my country". There is a statue of Hale at the CIA headquarters in Langley, VA.
None had an aspiration to be hero. Most were doing there job or following their internal convictions. The downside would be retelling an event that "made you a hero" and that event may be tragic and not one a person wants to relive. Most heroes downplay any advantages that may come with the title and are often uncomfortable in role. Some have gained fame and fortune but hardly ever because of self promotion, someone else see the possible advantages and approaches the "hero" to tell his/her story.