Benedict Arnold Collection

Arnolds treason discovered with the arrest of John Andre, 1780
British agent Andre trying to bribe his captors with his watch to avoid discovery of Arnolds treason, 1780. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Major John Andre, late Adjutant General of the British army in North America
3267431 Major John Andre, late Adjutant General of the British army in North America, engraved by Thomas Cook (1744-1818) c.1785 (engraving) by Dodd

Arnolds Effigy (engraving)
AQS331985 Arnolds Effigy (engraving) by American School, (18th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: in 1787)

Escape of Benedict Arnold (engraving)
654832 Escape of Benedict Arnold (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Escape of Benedict Arnold)

Colonel Arnold, who commanded the Provincial Troops sent against Quebec
2652857 Colonel Arnold, who commanded the Provincial Troops sent against Quebec, through the Wilderness of Canada, and was wounded in storming that City, under General Montgomery, pub

Benedict Arnold (engraving)
654844 Benedict Arnold (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Benedict Arnold. Illustration from Cassells History of the United States by Edward Ollier (c 1900)

The capture of British of British spy Major John Andre (engraving)
3429541 The capture of British of British spy Major John Andre (engraving) by Durand, Asher Brown (1796-1886) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

General Arnold, (1741-1740], 1830. Creator: Unknown
General Arnold, (1741-1740], 1830. Benedict Arnold (1741-1740] American military officer who served as a general in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War)

Benedict Arnold, general of the American Revolutionary War, (c1880). Arnold (1741-1801) fought for the American Continental Army from the outbreak of the War of Independence in 1775

Benedict Arnold viewing the destruction of New London, 1781 (c1880). Arnold (1741-1801) fought for the American Continental Army from the outbreak of the War of Independence in 1775

Escape of Benedict Arnold, 1780 (c1880). Arnold (1741-1801) fought for the American Continental Army from the outbreak of the War of Independence in 1775, becoming one of its most effective generals

Second battle of Freemans Farm, Saratoga NY, 1777
Map of the second battle at Freemans Farm, part of the Saratoga battlefield, October 7, 1777. Printed color lithograph

First battle of Freemans Farm, Saratoga NY, 1777
Map of the first battle at Freemans Farm, part of the Saratoga battlefield, September 19, 1777. Printed color lithograph

The capture of Fort Ticonderoga, May 10, 1775. An incident during the first months of the American Revolutionary War when a small force of American patriots led by Ethan Allen

Major General Benedict Arnold wounded at the second Battle of Saratoga, October 7, 1777 during the American Revolutionary War. After a 19th century engraving by Alonso Chappel; Illustration

Arnold At Saratoga, 1777. Benedict Arnold, 1741 To 1801, General During The American Revolutionary War. From The Book A Brief History Of The United States Published By A. S

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Map of Benedict Arnolds route to invade Quebec during the American Revolution, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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General Benedict Arnold wounded at the Battle of Saratoga, New York, 1777. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

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Benedict Arnolds signature on a pass given to British agent Major John Andre, 1780. Woodcut reproduction with a watercolor wash

Maine map used in Arnolds invasion of Quebec, 1775
Montresors map of inland Maine, used for Arnolds march to Quebec, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Margaret Shippen, wife of Benedict Arnold, and child. Hand-colored engraving of a portrait

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Angry Americans burning Benedict Arnold in effigy after discovery of his treason, 1780. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

ESCAPE OF BENEDICT ARNOLD, 1740-1801, US, USA, 1870s engraving

Benedict Arnold was a general during the American Revolutionary War who originally fought for the American Continental Army but defected to the British Army, US, USA, 1870s engraving

Plan of the Defeat of the American Fleet, under Benedict Arnold, on Lake Champlain, October 11, 1776, Us, Usa, 1870S Engraving

ESCAPE OF BENEDICT ARNOLD, 1740-1801, US, USA, 1870s engraving

Benedict Arnold was a general during the American Revolutionary War who originally fought for the American Continental Army but defected to the British Army, US, USA, 1870s engraving

Plan of the Defeat of the American Fleet, under Benedict Arnold, on Lake Champlain, October 11, 1776, Us, Usa, 1870S Engraving

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Benedict Arnold committing treason by promising to deliver West Point to the British, 1780. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Capture of British agent John Andre and discovery of Benedict Arnolds treason, American Revolution. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

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Benedict Arnold escaping on horseback after his treason was discovered, 1780. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Benedict Arnolds attack on the British in Quebec in the winter of 1775. Hand-colored halftone of a 19th-century illustration by F.C. Yohn

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Benedict Arnolds expedition through the Maine wilderness to attack Quebec, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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General Benedict Arnold, with autograph. Hand-colored engraving of a portrait

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"Benedict Arnold: The Infamous Traitor Unveiled" In the annals of American history, few names evoke as much disdain and betrayal as Benedict Arnold. His treachery was exposed with the arrest of Major John Andre in 1780, revealing a plot that would forever stain his legacy. As late Adjutant General of the British army in North America, Andre's capture shed light on Arnold's true allegiance. Engravings depicting an effigy of Arnold and his daring escape further cemented his notoriety. Once a respected Colonel who commanded Provincial Troops sent against Quebec, he had now become synonymous with deceit and disloyalty. The engravings captured both sides of this complex figure - one showcasing him as a valiant leader, while others portrayed him as a cunning turncoat. The most infamous image portrays the capture of British spy Major John Andre himself – a stark reminder of how close Arnold came to succeeding in his treasonous plans, and is said that this event marked the turning point for many Americans who were once sympathetic to their former comrade-in-arms. General Arnold's life spanned from 1741 to 1801, but it is those fateful years during the American Revolutionary War that define him. A c1880 engraving immortalizes him as a general leading troops into battle – an ironic depiction considering how he ultimately turned against his own countrymen. One cannot forget the haunting scenes depicted in another c1880 engraving - Benedict Arnold viewing the destruction of New London in 1781. This visual testament serves as a grim reminder that even after betraying his fellow patriots, he continued to inflict pain upon them until the bitter end. Arnold's audacious escape from justice only added fuel to public outrage and condemnation towards him. Another c1880 engraving captures this moment when he slipped through their grasp like smoke dissipating into thin air.