The ragtag fleet that lost the battle of lake champlain but won the american november 6, 2007. Nathaniel philbricks valiant ambition revisits benedict. George washington, benedict arnold, and the fate of the american. May 16, 2016 nprs steve inskeep talks with national book award winner nathaniel philbrick about his new book, valiant ambition. The building benedict arnolds navy ticonderogasummer. Benedict arnolds navy takes readers through the military events of 1775 and 1776, such as the capture of fort ticonderoga and early naval skirmishes on lake champlain. Isbn 077352150x this book is about arnolds time in canada both before and after his treachery james l. Arnold planned to surrender the fort to british forces, but the plot was discovered in september 1780 and he fled to the british. Benedict arnold was an early american hero of the revolutionary war who later. And so when the patriots had to figure out a way to prevent the counterinvasion of the british from canada, they turned to the young general wi. Isbn 077352150x this book is about arnold s time in canada both before and after his treachery james l. Benedict arnolds navy meet your next favorite book.
George washington, benedict arnold, and the fate of the american revolution. Associated press this book must be on the shelf of anyone who is interested in our struggle for independence, a war we should not have won against the strongest nation on earth, but did. As a youth he served for a time in the colonial militia in the french and indian wars. The us marines were there, on lake champlain, fighting valiantly aboard benedict arnold s navy. The building benedict arnolds navy july 16, 2014 wbergeron the battle of valcour is one of the most important battles of the american revolution during the year 1776 and most americans. Douglas bradburn and author nathaniel philbrick on his book based on the revolutionary war entitled. Valiant ambition offers a more nuanced history of benedict. Benedict arnold s navy is the dramatic chronicle of that desperate battle and of the extraordinary events that occurred on the american revolution s critical northern front. Philbrick is a bestselling author whose book in the heart of the sea won the.
Arnold then traveled to montreal where he served as military commander of the city until forced to retreat by an advancing. Awardwinning author arthur lefkowitz provides important insights into arnolds character during the. Military career of benedict arnold, 1781 wikipedia. The ragtag fleet that lost the battle of lake champlain but won the american revolution camden, me, 2006. January 3, 1740 june 14, 1801 was an american military officer who served as a general during the american revolutionary war, fighting for the american continental army before defecting to the british in 1780. The us navy has honored this action by naming five. George washington, benedict arnold, and the fate of the. Washington as contemplative hero, and benedict arnold as. The ragtag fleet that lost the battle of lake champlain but won the american revolution by james l. A valiant look at revolutionary war heroes and traitors. Was the french navy stronger than the british navy. Awardwinning author arthur lefkowitz provides important insights into arnolds character during the earliest phase of his military career, showing his aggressive nature, need for recognition, experience as a competitive businessman, and his obsession. So when youre done with george washingtons secret navy, give benedict arnolds navy a try.
But he is not fully seen until late, when he had become disgruntled, disappointed, demoted, maimed, bitter, mercenary and full of grudges. Written with captivating narrative vitality, this landmark book shows how benedict arnolds fearless leadership against staggering odds in a northern wilderness. Benedict arnold, 17411801, american revolutionary general and traitor, b. May, 2016 the arnold in this book was a brave, stellar commander. Nathaniel philbrick on his new book, valiant ambition wsj. Nelson, mcgrawhill, 2007, paperback if you were educated in the united states, or if you are familiar with american culture, it is very likely that the word traitor just popped into your mind. While it couldnt be made in the army, the navy was another story. Barron defended his birthplace at the battle of hampton, suffered neardestruction at the hands of benedict arnold and supported the french navy in the decisive victory at yorktown.
Valiant ambition tells of benedict arnolds turn from hero to. Arnold s actions at what came to be known as the battle of freemans farm the first chapter of the sept. This book is primarily about arnolds service on the american side in the revolution, giving overviews of the periods before the war and after he changes sides. This book cover image released by viking shows valiant ambition. Arnolds actions at what came to be known as the battle of freemans farm the first chapter of the sept. Benedict arnold was famous in 1776 for his role in the capture of fort ticonderoga and the bold, but ultimately failed, invasion of quebec. January 3, 1740 june 14, 1801 was an american military officer who served as a general during the american revolutionary war, fighting for the american. Benedict arnold counterintelligence libguides at naval war.
Philbrick is a bestselling author whose book in the heart of the sea won the national book award for nonfiction. James kirby martin discusses the truths and legends of benedict arnold. Benedict arnolds navy takes readers through the military events of 1775 and 1776, such as the capture of fort. George washington had given him his fullest trust and placed him in command of the. Benedict arnold and ethan allen cross lake champlain and capture the british fort at ticonderoga, new york.
Nprs steve inskeep talks with national book award winner nathaniel philbrick about his new book, valiant ambition. Despite his treason, arnold was a heroand palmer reminds us of just how vital benedict arnolds contributions were to the fledgling republic. Valiant ambition offers a more nuanced history of benedict arnold. Nathaniel philbrick, author of in the heart of the sea, discusses his new book valiant ambition, about benedict arnold, george washington and the winning of the american revolution. The arnold in this book was a brave, stellar commander. Benedict arnold, born january 14, 1741, norwich, connecticut u. Nelson talked about his book benedict arnolds navy. His name quickly became a byword in the united stat. An early supporter of the revolution, he proved to be a resourceful and energetic officer.
Covering one of historys great tipping point battles, bened. An integral part of that navy carved from the american wilderness. May 01, 2007 benedict arnolds navy is an excellent book. Benedict arnolds army covers a largely unknown but important period of arnolds life. George washington, benedict arnold and the fate of the revolution, exploded with action during the battle for new york and arnolds exploits, but. A surprising account of the middle years of the american revolution and the tragic relationship between george washington and benedict arnold, from the new york times bestselling author of in the heart of the sea, mayflower, and in the hurricanes eye. Benedict arnold created and sank an entire navy fleet. Author james tormey reveals these stories and more in a maritime adventure through the history of the virginia navy in the revolutionary era. An integral part of that navy carved from the american wilderness, these frontier marines slowed the advance of the british army from canada, stalling the drive that would have split the fledgling states assunder, end the. Benedict arnolds navy is the dramatic chronicle of that desperate battle and of the extraordinary events that occurred on the american revolutions critical northern front. Jul 16, 2014 the building benedict arnolds navy july 16, 2014 wbergeron the battle of valcour is one of the most important battles of the american revolution during the year 1776 and most americans have never heard of it probably because the hero of valcour was benedict arnold. The ragtag fleet that lost the battle of lake champlain but won the american revolution nelson. Todays deals your gift cards help whole foods registry sell disability customer support. George washington, benedict arnold, and the fate of the american revolution, by nathaniel philbrick.
Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Published on mar 10, 2016 this video is part of a longer interview between dr. Growing up in the 70s on military bases, being called a benedict arnold or any variation was about the worst insult a person could invoke. May 20, 2016 washington as contemplative hero, and benedict arnold as narcissistic danger. Jan 30, 2016 date 30 january 2016 the us marines were there, on lake champlain, fighting valiantly aboard benedict arnold s navy. See more ideas about american revolution, american revolutionary war and american history. This book is primarily about arnold s service on the american side in the revolution, giving overviews of the periods before the war and after he changes sides. An integral part of that navy carved from the american wilderness, these frontier marines slowed the advance of the british army from canada, stalling the drive that would have split the fledgling states assunder, end the hopes of the patriots for their new nation. The us marines were there, on lake champlain, fighting valiantly aboard benedict arnolds navy. Associated press this book must be on the shelf of anyone who is interested in our struggle for independence, a war we should not have won. Covering one of historys great tipping point battles, benedict arnolds navy recounts the courageous and exemplary campaign of arnold and his cobbledtogether fleet of ships against a much superior british force in the battle of valcour island lake champlain in october 1776. Benedict arnolds navy is the first booklength treatment to look exclusively at the buildup to the battle, the fight on lake champlain, and the amazing fallout from that fight on a wilderness lake. List of books and articles about benedict arnold online.
Nelson, mcgrawhill, 2007, paperback if you were educated in the. Today is the birthday 1741, according to the gregorian calendar o. In nathaniel philbricks new book, how the french navy turned. Written with captivating narrative vitality, this landmark book shows how benedict arnold s fearless leadership against staggering odds in a northern wilderness secured for america the independence that he would later try to betray. George washington, benedict arnold, and the fate of the american revolution viking, 326 pp. His men hacked together little warships and took extraordinary risks to battle a british fleet. What are some of the best reads on benedict arnold. The ragtag fleet that lost the battle of lake champlain but won the american revolution, published by international marineragged. Benedict arnold was an americanborn senior officer of the british army who commanded the. Scott brick an account of the complicated middle years.
Mar 10, 2016 published on mar 10, 2016 this video is part of a longer interview between dr. Washington as contemplative hero, and benedict arnold as narcissistic danger. Date 30 january 2016 the us marines were there, on lake champlain, fighting valiantly aboard benedict arnolds navy. Nelson and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. From the author of the critically acclaimed benedict arnolds navy. Oct 05, 2016 phibricks theme throughout the book, first introduced in the preface, is the tantalizing assertion that in his treason, arnold may actually have saved america, which he follows up with, if, by some miracle, george washington should find a way to win the war against the british, the real question was whether there would be a country. Benedict arnold s navy is the dramatic chronicle of that desperate battle and of the extraordinary events that occurred on the american revolutions critical northern front. Growing up in the 70s on military bases, being called a benedict arnold or any variation was. An integral part of that navy carved from the american wilderness, these frontier marines slowed the advance of the british army from canada, stalling the drive that would have split. Mar 20, 2015 benedict arnold i am related through the crowe family my middle name is arnold.
George washington, benedict arnold and the fate of the revolution, exploded with action during. The battle was one of the first engagements fought by an american naval fleet, and many historians have since credited it. January 3, 1740, of benedict arnold, a general during the american revolutionary war, who fought for the american continental. The ragtag fleet that lost the battle for lake champlain but won the american revolution, james l. Written with captivating narrative vitality, this landmark book shows how benedict arnold s fearless leadership against staggering odds in a northern wilderness secured for. The ragtag fleet that lost the battle of lake champlain but won the american revolution, mcgrawhill. The relationship between benedict arnold and george. Benedict arnold was an american military officer who served as a general during the american revolutionary war, fighting for the american continental army before defecting to the british in 1780. Nelson and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available. Mar 14, 2016 more details may also be found in james l. The relationship between benedict arnold and george washington. So when youre done with george washingtons secret navy, give benedict arnolds. An integral part of that navy carved from the american wilderness, these frontier marines slowed the.
Sep 12, 2016 the relationship between benedict arnold and george washington. And so when the patriots had to figure out a way to. George washington had given him his fullest trust and placed him in command of the fortifications at west point, new york. Phibricks theme throughout the book, first introduced in the preface, is the tantalizing assertion that in his treason, arnold may actually have saved america, which he follows up with, if. The central theme of his latest tome is that the most formidable threat to american liberties came not. Why benedict arnold turned traitor against the american revolution the story behind the most famous betrayal in u. Ok, this is a fun book that fits one of my personal guilty pleasures when it comes to historynaval battles. January 3, 1740, of benedict arnold, a general during the american revolutionary war, who fought for the american continental army, and later defected to the british army, making his name in the us a byword for turncoat or traitor.
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