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She was Benedict Arnold's second wife and was credited to persuade Arnold into betraying his country by surrendering West Point, an important military post and join the British so that they could get money and family financial rewards.

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When did Benedict Arnold marry peggy shippen?

In 1779, he married Peggy Shippen.


What were peggy shippen Arnold jobs?

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Who is Peggy Shippen Arnold?

Peggy Shippen-Arnold is Benedict Arnolds wife. Benedict was a traitor of his country. Peggy on the other hand helped him, as a spy. A book for more informoation is called, Finishing Becca by Ann Rinaldi.


Who were Peggy shippen's children?

If you are referring to Peggy Shippen from the book Finishing Becca by Ann Rinaldi, Peggy had one child and his name was Edward. He was the son of Peggy Shippen and Benedict Arnold {in the story - I'm not sure if that part of the story was fictional or not.}


Who was Benedict Arnold's wife?

Benedict Arnold was married twice to Margaret mansfield and peggy shippen. he married margart in the year 1767. he remarried in April 1779 to peggy shippen after mararet died in June 19, 1775.


Did Benedict Arnold have a wife?

Benedict Arnold was born in 1740 and died in 1801. He was married to Margaret Mansfield and then to Peggy Shippen.


When did Peggy Shippen die?

Peggy Shippen died in 1804.


Did Benedict Arnold marry anyone other than Margaret Mansfield?

Yes, Benedict Arnold also married Peggy Shippen.


When did Benedict Arnold's second wife die?

Peggy Shippen Arnold moved to London, England in 1792. She remained there after Benedict's death in 1801. She died in August 24, 1804 reportedly of cancer.


Who did Benedict Arnold marry?

Benedict Arnold had two wives. The first one was Margaret Mansfield. She died in 1767 though. His second wife was Margaret "Peggy" Shippen. WAIT JUST A MINUTE! Both woman had the name "Margaret". Wow....


What life did Benedict Arnold lead?

Benedict Arnold fought in the revolutionary war, married Margret Mansfield, after she died he married Peggy Shippen w/ 8 children


What was Margaret Peggy Shippen's famous quote?

If all of Britain were loyal like me, we could be one as a whole