Benedict Arnold (1741-1801) was a general of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War (1775-1783). He was considered one of the finest Patriot military officers during the early years of the conflict but defected to the British in 1780 after being repeatedly passed over for promotion. Today, the phrase 'Benedict Arnold' remains a colloquialism for 'traitor' in the U.S.
More about: Benedict ArnoldDefinition
Timeline
-
14 Jan 1741 - 14 Jun 1801Life of Benedict Arnold, an American general of the American Revolution who defected to Britain.
-
23 Sep 1780British Major John André is captured, exposing the treason of Benedict Arnold.
