Trivia: What commander betrayed the Continental Army to fight for the British?
Alexander Hamilton
Benedict Arnold
Henry Knox
Marquis de Lafayette
The correct answer is Benedict Arnold
So why is this answer correct? : While Benedict Arnold’s name is now synonymous with betrayal, before he became a turncoat he led American forces to significant victories. He had been given command of West Point by General George Washington, but felt he was unfairly passed over for promotion. He planned to surrender West Point, but was found out and fled to the British, guiding their troops against his previous comrades.