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A&E Television

History.com: Why Did Benedict Arnold Betray America?

For Students 9th - 10th
Historians offer up many explanations, including that the Revolutionary War general may have had some self-esteem issues as a child and young man. Benedict Arnold was once a patriotic war hero valued by George Washington and admired by...
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A&E Television

History.com: 9 Things You May Not Know About Benedict Arnold

For Students 9th - 10th
Check out nine surprising facts about one of the most complex and controversial figures in American history. He was a successful merchant and smuggler; fought in multiple duels; an early hero of the Revolution; built an American naval...
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PBS

Pbs Liberty!: Benedict Arnold's Leg

For Students 9th - 10th
The PBS program "Liberty!" notes Saratoga National Historic Park's monument to Benedict Arnold's leg. A brief, partial biography of Benedict Arnold covers the significance behind the monument, as well as the events that followed Arnold's...
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Biography for Kids: Benedict Arnold

For Students 9th - 10th
Students can learn about the biography of Benedict Arnold who was the general who turned traitor during the Revolutionary War.
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Varsity Tutors

Varsity Tutors: Archiving Early America: Enigma of Benedict Arnold

For Students 9th - 10th
Interesting biographical information about this man who was a hero for both sides in the same war. However, he is remembered for being a military traitor, not a hero. This article delves into the reasons behind his act of treason.
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Benedict Arnold

For Students 9th - 10th
Benedict Arnold, hero of Saratoga, turned traitor.-E. Benjamin Andrews, 1895
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: The Battle of Saratoga

For Students 5th - 8th
The weeks leading up to the Battle of Saratoga were filled with disaster for the British troops. Read about the problems General Burgoyne had, and find out how the Americans took advantage of those problems to deliver a stunning defeat...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Benedict Arnold

For Students 9th - 10th
(1741-1801) American military officer and traitor.