The First Capture; Or, Hauling Down the Flag of England is a historical novel by Harry Castlemon, first published in 1830. Set during the early days of the American Revolution, it follows the residents of Machias, Maine, as they react to the news of the Battle of Lexington. The story features characters like Enoch Crosby, who struggles with his loyalty to Britain, and Zeke Lewis, who devises a plan to capture a British schooner, highlighting the conflict between patriots and loyalists during this pivotal time in American history.
