To get a better understanding of what is going on in our country right now we can look back to the American Revolution and a man named Benedict Arnold. You might vaguely remember his name from grade school history class, something to do with West Point and him being a traitor. I admit not remembering much more than that myself, but I recently read his story and there is much to learn from Benedict Arnold that we can use to understand today’s issues. Arnold became a traitor against his country and against his friend George Washington. The reasons why are very intriguing, and it all revolves around the conflict between self-sacrifice for his country and his own self-interest.
Benedict Arnold, American Hero?
Benedict Arnold, American Hero?
Benedict Arnold, American Hero?
To get a better understanding of what is going on in our country right now we can look back to the American Revolution and a man named Benedict Arnold. You might vaguely remember his name from grade school history class, something to do with West Point and him being a traitor. I admit not remembering much more than that myself, but I recently read his story and there is much to learn from Benedict Arnold that we can use to understand today’s issues. Arnold became a traitor against his country and against his friend George Washington. The reasons why are very intriguing, and it all revolves around the conflict between self-sacrifice for his country and his own self-interest.