From Diary of the American Revolution, Vol II. Compiled by Frank Moore and published in 1859. October 1.—Yesterday the board of general officers appointed by General Washington for the trial of the unfortunate Major Andre, having fully considered the facts belonging to his case, reported that he “ought to be considered as a spy from…
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An Epigram for Benedict Arnold
From Diary of the American Revolution, Vol II. Compiled by Frank Moore and published in 1859. ‘Twas Arnold’s post Sir Harry sought, Arnold ne’er enter’d in his thought. How ends the bargain? let us see, The fort is safe as safe can be, His favorite perforce must die, His view’s laid bare to ev’ry eye;…
Thanksgiving Day
From Diary of the American Revolution, Vol II. Compiled by Frank Moore and published in 1859. October 19.—The Governor of New York hath issued a proclamation, recommending to the inhabitants of that State, to observe Thursday, the second day of November next, as a day of prayer and thanksgiving to Almighty God, for the recent…
Execution of Andre
From Diary of the American Revolution, Vol II. Compiled by Frank Moore and published in 1859. General Robertson, of the British army, came up yesterday [October 1] to Dobb’s Ferry with a flag, which was soon dismissed, it being of so trite a nature, viz., to entreat his Excellency General Washington, at the request of…
Arnold at New York
From Diary of the American Revolution, Vol II. Compiled by Frank Moore and published in 1859. October 2.—Arnold’s conduct since he went to New York, is a greater proof of his villany (if greater villany is possible) than his late treason. At his arrival with the British, says a gentleman in the American army, he…