1741-1801

He is known as the most famous traitor in United States history. He plotted with the British for 16 months. He was revealed as a spy when Captain John Andre was captured with papers detailing the plans of West Point, papers that came from General Benedict Arnold. He escaped capture, and was made a Brigadier General of the British Army.

He was regarded as one of the best generals of the American Revolution - for both sides.

He was promised 20,000 pounds as payment for his losses in changing sides, but never received the entire amount.

After the war, the British government granted him lands in Canada, but he spent most of his remaining years in the West Indies as a merchant.

He finished his years in debt and generally distrusted by all.