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American Generals Part 1 – Benedict Arnold

Summary by kongressen.com
Most users of American media and television shows have probably heard someone referred to as a “Benedict Arnold” before. However, few Europeans know the origin of the term, which simply means that someone is a traitor. Just as the name “Quisling” has been used by Scandinavians since World War II to undermine a person’s loyalty, the connotation behind the name Benedict Arnold also has historical origins. After four years as a general for the colo…
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Most users of American media and television shows have probably heard someone referred to as a “Benedict Arnold” before. However, few Europeans know the origin of the term, which simply means that someone is a traitor. Just as the name “Quisling” has been used by Scandinavians since World War II to undermine a person’s loyalty, the connotation behind the name Benedict Arnold also has historical origins. After four years as a general for the colo…

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kongressen.com broke the news in Copenhagen, Denmark on Monday, July 14, 2025.
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