History That Doesn't Suck 12: An American Judas Betrays & Nathanael Greene Saves!
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Feb 13, 2018 Delve into the shocking betrayal by Benedict Arnold, the American Judas, who turned against his comrades for fortune and glory. Explore the emotional turmoil faced by George Washington as he grapples with this treachery. Witness the personal struggles of Peggy Arnold as she navigates her husband's disgrace. Discover the fierce guerrilla warfare tactics employed in the South, led by figures like Nathanael Greene, which shifted the tide of the Revolutionary War amid chaos and conflict.
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The Night March
- The American Southern Army, led by Horatio Gates, marched at night towards Camden, South Carolina.
- Many soldiers suffered from food poisoning from a meal of meat, bread, and molasses, causing frequent stops.
Outdated Intel
- Gates aimed for a surprise attack, believing the British had only 700 men in Camden.
- His intelligence was outdated; Lord Cornwallis was present with a larger force.
Camden and Retreat
- The armies clashed at Camden; the American militia fled, leaving the Continentals vulnerable.
- Gates retreated quickly after the British victory, riding 180 miles in three days.