Benedict Arnold Part 1: His Justification for NOT Being a Traitor Will Make You Question What You Think You Know

2022-09-27

On August 12, 1800, Benedict Arnold was reflecting on a very complicated life when he received a call from the future … Benedict Arnold sold information to the British that could have harmed the American Revolution and possibly led to the capture of George Washington. Yet, when I asked if he was a traitor, he said, “No”. In this episode, you’ll learn: His justification for not being a traitor. It’s compelling. Why he asked for a court marshal. And finally, how so many unfair events made ...

On August 12, 1800, Benedict Arnold was reflecting on a very complicated life when he received a call from the future …

Benedict Arnold sold information to the British that could have harmed the American Revolution and possibly led to the capture of George Washington. Yet, when I asked if he was a traitor, he said, “No”. In this episode, you’ll learn:

His justification for not being a traitor. It’s compelling.

Why he asked for a court marshal.

And finally, how so many unfair events made him feel his only option was to switch sides.

In these episodes, you’re going to hear the story of a courageous man who made a few gigantic mistakes that cost him everything. But mark my words, by the end, you’ll have some compassion for him and maybe even understand why he did it.

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