To the inhabitants of America : A.D.S.: New York, 1780 October 7.

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To the inhabitants of America : A.D.S.: New York, 1780 October 7.

Collection includes the original manuscript and the periodical containing the published text of an address in which Arnold explains his reasons for abandoning the cause of the Patriots and his subsequent defection to the British forces.

2 items.Manuscript: 1 item (4 p.) ; 33 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7632276

New York State Library

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Arnold, Benedict, 1741-1801

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Revolutionary patriot, Continental Army general, and traitor. From the description of Benedict Arnold papers, 1761-1794. (New Haven Colony Historical Society Library). WorldCat record id: 432702702 Prior to the U.S. Revolutionary War Arnold was a merchant and trader in the West Indies. He served in the Revolutionary Army, but defected to the British in 1780 and served until the War was over. He then went to Canada and eventually to England. He was married to Margaret Mansfie...