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Benedict Arnold

Published on Nov 18, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

Benedict Arnold
Born January 14 1741
Died June 14 1801
Patriot and traitor

Photo by Marion Doss

CAREERS

  • Before the war, Benedict worked at his cousins apothecary business
  • During, he was a General for the Continental Army, and later for the British
  • After the war, he worked with shipping business

Benedict Arnold betrayed his country in favor of the British.

Photo by Marion Doss

Human traits such as pessimism and pride may have affected his choices.
I've learned not to betray anyone; do not get involved with politics.

MORAL CODES

  • Oath of Allegiance

THREE INTERESTING FACTS

  • All of his chilren entered the British army
  • Benjamin Franklin made this comparison about Arnold; 'Judas sold only one man, Arnold three million.'
  • Arnold was in Canada for a short while, where he is a minor historical character

QUESTIONS I WISH TO ASK HIM

  • Exactly why did he betray his country?
  • Did he ever regret this decision?

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