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John André Arrested—Benedict Arnold Exposed

On September 23, 1780, three American soldiers arrested the British spy, John André, as he tried to escape to Canada. André’s arrest helped expose, Benedict Arnold’s switching of loyalties. André and Arnold, along with Arnold’s wife Peggy Shippen, had been … Continue reading →

America’s Oldest Surviving Fighting Vessel

Conflict: Revolutionary War

by Peter

The Continental Gunboat Philadelphia, America’s oldest surviving fighting vessel, was commissioned by the continental congress and built in 1776. The 54 foot, 29-ton gunboat was part of a small fleet of ships that Brigadier General Benedict Arnold used to harass … Continue reading →