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BENEDICT ARNOLD
No other American is remembered in quite the same way as Benedict Arnold. ...
Before the United States was an independent country, Benedict Arnold was born on January 14, 1741 in Norwich, Connecticut. ...
Benedict Arnold’s father died when Benedict was 20 years old. ... In 1767 Arnold married the daughter of the sheriff of New Haven. ... By 1774 Arnold was one of the wealthiest citizens of New Haven. ... Arnold was appointed as a Colonel in the Patriot army. Arnold and Ethan Allen captured Fort Ticonderoga on May 10, 1775. ... Colonel Benedict Arnold and General Richard Montgomery led a brave attack against British Quebec, Canada. Arnold led 1,100 soldiers into the battle. They lost the battle and Arnold’s leg was wounded. For his bravery, Arnold was promoted to brigadier general. ... Arnold was promoted to Major General for his bravery and leadership. ...
In the Battles of Saratoga in 1777, Arnold served under General Horatio Gates. ... During the battle Arnold was seriously wounded. ... Due to his courageous actions, Congress voted Arnold seniority over the other younger generals.
In 1778, Arnold was placed in command of Philadelphia. ... Arnold was a poor administrator. ... Court martial charges were brought against Arnold for hanging out with loyalists and using soldiers as personal servants.
Approximate Word count = 956
Approximate Pages = 3.8
(250 words per page double spaced)
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