Traitor in the Tidewater: Benedict Arnold’s Virginia Raid, 1781

Traitor in the Tidewater: Benedict Arnold’s Virginia Raid, 1781

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In early January 1781, the Revolutionary War struck Virginia with violence and destruction. British forces on land and water raided Patriot farms, military depots, foundries, and the state’s new capital, Richmond. The enemy force was led by none other than the notorious American traitor Benedict Arnold. Learn from military historian and author John Maass about Arnold’s fast-moving, devastating raid along the James River, and Virginia Governor Thomas Jefferson’s frantic efforts to protect the state’s resources to wage war.

This program is offered VIRTUALLY and IN-PERSON on Tuesday, April 11. Museum guests may attend in-person. Seats are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

To register: https://www.thenmusa.org/public-programs/battle-briefs/

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April 11, 2023 - April 11, 2023
12:00 pm
Fairfax County

National Museum of the U.S. Army
1775 Liberty Dr
Fort Belvoir, VA 22060

Category: Lecture/Seminar