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Benedict Arnold persuading Major John Andre to conceal the plans of West Point in his boot at their meeting on 21 September 1780. Steel engraving, American, 19th century
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Benedict Arnold persuading Major John Andre to conceal the plans of West Point in his boot at their meeting on 21 September 1780. Steel engraving, American, 19th century
ARNOLD AND ANDRE, 1780.
Benedict Arnold persuading Major John Andre to conceal the plans of West Point in his boot at their meeting on 21 September 1780. Steel engraving, American, 19th century
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1780 Academy American Revolution Andre Arnold Benedikt Boot Boots Continental Army Major Meeting Plan Rebellion Redcoats Revolutionary September Traitor West Point
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This steel engraving from the 19th century depicts a pivotal moment in American history - Benedict Arnold persuading Major John Andre to conceal the plans of West Point in his boot during their clandestine meeting on September 21,1780. The image captures the tension and secrecy surrounding this treasonous act that would forever stain Arnold's name. In this powerful scene, we see two men locked in conversation, their expressions betraying the weight of their decisions. Benedict Arnold, once a celebrated general in the Continental Army, now stands as a symbol of betrayal and rebellion against his own country. With persuasive words and cunning charm, he convinces Major John Andre, an English soldier sympathetic to the cause of loyalists, to hide crucial plans within his boot. The artist skillfully portrays these historical figures with meticulous detail - from their military uniforms down to every wrinkle on their boots. The viewer is transported back to that fateful day when loyalties were tested and destinies altered. This print serves as a poignant reminder of how one man's treachery can have far-reaching consequences for an entire nation. It encapsulates both the intrigue and tragedy of the American Revolution while immortalizing these key players who shaped its outcome. As we gaze upon this artwork today, let us reflect on the sacrifices made by countless soldiers who fought for freedom and remember that even heroes can fall prey to temptation.
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