5. Benedict Arnold, treason and treachery aside, was the most skilled and effective general of the Revolutionary War. He'd have been one of the most honored names in American history from that era if he had not conspired to hand over West Point.
The place where Andre and Arnold met to conspire, which eventually was where Andre was held until his trial, is now a restaurant near my house. The history of the place is interesting, but the food isn't very good. However, due to its interesting background, it's a very successful restaurant.
http://www.76house.com/history_tavern.htmlRight near it is where Andre was hanged. There are now houses all around it, but in the middle of the street is a plaque, explaining that it was where the hanging took place. There was a very pretty house for sale there when we were looking, but it seemed a little creepy to me.
