Was Peggy Shippen truly in love with John Andre?

When the British took control of Philadelphia in 1777, Peggy met John André, a charming, well-educated British officer. Their friendship became the foundation for the treason for which Peggy Shippen's husband, Benedict Arnold, became infamous. read more

And revel in love forevermore. Saving some fantastical midnight rendezvous with a getaway vessel, I am left in the daily routine of my youth that has been my lot since long before knowing you. I now revile the pointless meetings with friends, discussing hair and who is dating whom and where the next dance will be. read more

Benedict Arnold had a total of nine children who survived to adulthood. Three were with his first wife Margaret Mansfield, and one, John Sage, may have been the product of an affair he had in Saint John. Peggy Shippen bore him seven children, of whom five survived to adulthood: Edward Shippen Arnold (March 19, 1780 – December 13, 1813) Lieutenant. read more