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🕯️ America's Greatest Hero Became Its Greatest Traitor | Benedict Arnold | Dark History Sleep Story

Settle in for a Sleep Story about America's greatest traitor, who was first its greatest soldier. This is not a simple story of a villain; it's a fatalistic tale about the crushing weight of frustrated ambition and how legitimate grievances can curdle into treason. In this immersive Sleep History witness the fall of Benedict Arnold, the hero of Saratoga, repeatedly denied the credit he earned, making choices that destroyed his name forever. We explore the tragic paradox of a man who loved America but whose pride could not withstand the thousand cuts of political betrayal. This Dark History is told with a calm narration designed for relaxation and deep sleep. TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction: The Man with Two Legacies 03:00 - Chapter 1: The Hero of Saratoga 10:00 - Chapter 2: A Thousand Cuts 16:00 - Chapter 3: The Devil's Bargain 21:30 - Chapter 4: The Dance of Spies 27:00 - Chapter 5: The Flight of the Traitor 32:00 - Chapter 6: The Traitor's Reward 36:30 - Chapter 7: The Man Without a Country 40:30 - Conclusion: The Man Without a Country (Continued) 44:00 - Ambient Sounds: Crackling Fireplace 📜IN THIS STORY, YOU WILL DISCOVER: Arnold's undeniable heroism at the Battle of Saratoga, where his reckless courage turned the tide of the war, only to have his glory stolen by his superior, General Gates. How Arnold used his own money to supply his troops when Congress failed, showing loyalty not just to the cause but to his men. The "thousand cuts" of political slights, missed promotions, and accusations of corruption that wounded his pride far deeper than the musket ball that shattered his leg. The influence of his ambitious, Loyalist-sympathizing wife, Peggy Shippen, and her connection to British Major John André. Arnold's conscious, willing choice to begin treasonous correspondence, culminating in the plot to surrender the crucial fortress of West Point for British gold. His lonely exile in London, despised even by the British he served, a man without a country haunted by the hero he once was. 📚 FURTHER READING & SOURCES: This story explores the complex fall of Benedict Arnold. For those interested in learning more, we recommend: "The Traitor and the Spy: Benedict Arnold and John André" by James Thomas Flexner: A Pulitzer Prize-winning dual biography that masterfully explores the motivations and relationship between Arnold and his British contact. "Valiant Ambition: George Washington, Benedict Arnold, and the Fate of the American Revolution" by Nathaniel Philbrick: Examines the crucial middle years of the war and the complex relationship between Washington and Arnold. ⏳ YOUR NEXT JOURNEY AWAITS The Shadow Scrolls (Dark & Tragic Histories):    • The Shadow Scrolls   The Golden Scrolls (Curious & Wondrous Histories):    • The Golden Scrolls   The American Revolution & Its Secrets:    • The Revolution's Shadow   🕯️ ABOUT & SUPPORT THE SCROLLS: The Sandman's Scroll creates immersive historical sleep stories, exploring both the light and shadow of the past with calm, atmospheric narration. Every story is a carefully researched journey designed for relaxation, study, and deep sleep. If you enjoy these tales, the best way to support our archives is to subscribe, share, and comment with where you're listening from. Your support helps us unearth more forgotten chapters of history. #BenedictArnold #AmericanRevolution #SleepStory #HistoryForSleep #BoringHistoryForSleep #DarkHistory #AmericanHistory #BoringHistory #HistoryPodcast #WestPoint #GeorgeWashington