Ultimately it is simple. While the British wanted to win the war, and were happy to use a turncoat, that doesn't mean they liked a turncoat. Its one of those quirks of human nature. Also, ultimately, if someone betrays his side once, what is to stop him from doing it again. read more
Ultimately it is simple. While the British wanted to win the war, and were happy to use a turncoat, that doesn’t mean they liked a turncoat. Its one of those quirks of human nature. read more
Benedict Arnold (1741-1801) was an early American hero of the Revolutionary War (1775-83) who later became one of the most infamous traitors in U.S. history after he switched sides and fought for the British. read more
Arnold received a commission from Britain, along with his 20,000 pounds, and he led raids on Virginia and New London, Conn., before decamping with his new wife and baby to London, where he was not embraced. read more
Arnold was not well received in Britain. After donning a British uniform, Arnold spent 1781 leading raids against Richmond, Virginia and New London, Connecticut, both of which were sacked and burned. read more