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Benedict Arnold began as a general for the American side of the war, but in September of 1780 he switched sides and became a brigadier general for the British. It is said that he was unhappy with his position with the American side and had little faith left in the country's future. During his plot to switch sides, he used his leadership to gain information that he then gave to the British.
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What year was Benedict Arnolds treason?
1780
High crime described in article 3 of constitution?
is this ur history home­work about a cross­word???me yes...Treason
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The Justice Department tries cases of treason.
Waging war against the US or giving aid and comfort to enemies of the US?
Treason
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A TREASON ACT IS BEING IN A CREW LIKE:LA and IE so yeah!
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