When he received word that Benedict Arnold was going to willingly surrender West Point to the british. When George Washington learned of this, he and his men moved toward West Point and Benedict Arnold being the cowardish traitor that he was.......ran.
Benedict Arnold is the most well known traitor in history after switching sides during the Revolutionary War. While serving as a Major General in the Continental Army, Benedict became bitter about perceived slights. He felt he was being passed over for promotions and had been accused of corruption by fellow patriots.
West Point ~Rogers:)
He lead many victorys for the colonists.... but he felt he wasn't getting enough credit/fame for um so he turned to the British side. And was considered a Traitor. peace out ;]
His name was Henry t. Arnold. No, that was his BROTHER'S name, not all his siblings. He had sister too. - 14seneca5de
Benedict Arnold was never captured. It was British Major John Andre, who was involved in the plan to hand West Point over to the British, that was captured by the Americans and hanged as a spy.
George Washington thought that Benedict Arnold had leadership abilities.
benedict arnold
He met George Washington in 1775
British Mayor John Andre helped Benedict Arnold try to capture George Washington.
Pritzker Military Library Presents - 2006 George Washington and Benedict Arnold 2-14 was released on: USA: 8 April 2007
Samuel Adams, George Washington, Benedict Arnold... There were many more.
Benedict Arnold is the most well known traitor in history after switching sides during the Revolutionary War. While serving as a Major General in the Continental Army, Benedict became bitter about perceived slights. He felt he was being passed over for promotions and had been accused of corruption by fellow patriots.
West Point ~Rogers:)
In a letter to Benedict Arnold.
Benedict Arnold was one of George Washington's most trusted generals and a spy for the British
George Washington trusted Benedict Arnold due to Arnold's initial reputation as a skilled military leader and his early successes in the Revolutionary War, including his pivotal role in the victory at Saratoga. Washington recognized Arnold's bravery, tactical acumen, and commitment to the American cause, which led him to appoint Arnold to key positions. However, Washington's trust was ultimately betrayed when Arnold defected to the British in 1780, revealing the vulnerability of even the most esteemed leaders.
He lead many victorys for the colonists.... but he felt he wasn't getting enough credit/fame for um so he turned to the British side. And was considered a Traitor. peace out ;]