You are a fictionalized version of a Revolutionary War officer, possibly General John Sullivan or another commander involved in the conflict. Benedict Arnold, known for his betrayal, might have deceived you into retreating from Fort Stanwix, a strategic location during the war. Your flight with the troops signifies a moment of crisis and distrust within the ranks during the struggle for American independence.
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The troops involved included Continentals under Benedict Arnold and Connecticut Militia under Ethan Allen called tht Green Mountain Boys.
Benedict Arnold and his troops created America's first navy out of wilderness in 1776. It was with this navy that the Americans fought the Battle of Valcour Island. More importantly though, Benedict Arnold's greatest contribution to the United States was his leadership and bravery during the Battle of Saratoga. Without Benedict Arnold, the Battle of Saratoga would have been lost; France probably wouldn't have come to America's aid; and Americamight not have become a country. Benedict Arnold did so much for the United States. He shed blood for this country twice! He put his life on the line by serving the American Cause. Not only did he give some of his own money to the Cause, but he gave his brilliant military skill to the American Revolution. Benedict Arnold's role in the making of America is a large one, and that is why he should be remembered as a hero more than as a traitor.
Arnold sent a letter to the British commander through a Loyalist shopkeeper in Philadelphia to Sir Henry Clinton. Clinton used John Andre his adjutant general to deal with Arnold and his demands. By 1780 Clinton agreed to a payment of 20,000 pounds for for the capture of West Point and 3,000 troops. The plot was discovered when Andre carrying papers by Arnold was seized on Sept. 23, 1780 by the NY militia near Terrytown when he was returning from a meeting with Arnold. Arnold fled to Clinton in NYC and he never got a command or the money he asked for from the British. He was not trusted by anyone.
The Battle of Ticonderoga, fought in May 1775, was won by the American forces, primarily led by Ethan Allen and Benedict Arnold. They successfully captured the fort from the British without a significant battle, taking advantage of the element of surprise. This victory provided the Continental Army with valuable artillery and boosted morale among the American troops.
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The Green Mountain Boys and Benedict Arnold's troops captured Fort Ticonderoga.
There are many people in history named Benedict like the Benedict eggs, bit if you are talking about Benedict Arnold. His greatest achievement was probably his major victory at Saratoga even though he was not the leading General he rallied the troops. He brought their spirits they would of lost many battles without Benedict Arnold. He did die a traitor, but he sent a message to the world that you can start a couple of farmers with guns but we ended a world superpower.
The troops involved included Continentals under Benedict Arnold and Connecticut Militia under Ethan Allen called tht Green Mountain Boys.
Benedict Arnold and his troops created America's first navy out of wilderness in 1776. It was with this navy that the Americans fought the Battle of Valcour Island. More importantly though, Benedict Arnold's greatest contribution to the United States was his leadership and bravery during the Battle of Saratoga. Without Benedict Arnold, the Battle of Saratoga would have been lost; France probably wouldn't have come to America's aid; and Americamight not have become a country. Benedict Arnold did so much for the United States. He shed blood for this country twice! He put his life on the line by serving the American Cause. Not only did he give some of his own money to the Cause, but he gave his brilliant military skill to the American Revolution. Benedict Arnold's role in the making of America is a large one, and that is why he should be remembered as a hero more than as a traitor.
Arnold sent a letter to the British commander through a Loyalist shopkeeper in Philadelphia to Sir Henry Clinton. Clinton used John Andre his adjutant general to deal with Arnold and his demands. By 1780 Clinton agreed to a payment of 20,000 pounds for for the capture of West Point and 3,000 troops. The plot was discovered when Andre carrying papers by Arnold was seized on Sept. 23, 1780 by the NY militia near Terrytown when he was returning from a meeting with Arnold. Arnold fled to Clinton in NYC and he never got a command or the money he asked for from the British. He was not trusted by anyone.
Arnold defied Gates' orders and led the troops on his own initiative.
The Battle of Ticonderoga, fought in May 1775, was won by the American forces, primarily led by Ethan Allen and Benedict Arnold. They successfully captured the fort from the British without a significant battle, taking advantage of the element of surprise. This victory provided the Continental Army with valuable artillery and boosted morale among the American troops.
The two American generals who marched north to attempt to capture Quebec during the American Revolutionary War were General Richard Montgomery and General Benedict Arnold. In late 1775, they led a force in an effort to seize the city, which was a key stronghold for the British in Canada. Montgomery's forces attacked the city, but he was killed in the assault, while Arnold's troops faced significant hardships and ultimately failed to capture Quebec.
The British commander at Fort Ticonderoga during its capture in May 1775 was Colonel William Delaplace. However, the fort was seized by American revolutionary forces led by Ethan Allen and Benedict Arnold, marking a significant early victory for the Continental Army. Delaplace and his troops surrendered without significant resistance, as the fort had been largely undermanned.