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Benedict Arnold Fans Honor a Controversial Soldier
In New Haven a yearly Powder House Day observance honors Benedict Arnold. Capt. Bob Hunter of the Governor's Foot Guard defends Arnold as a patriot for New Haven’s 1775 actions while acknowledging his later treason. The event reenacts Arnold's demand for the town powder keys before marching to the armory for a celebration.
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Jules Loh
New Haven
Conn
Benedict Arnold
Bob Hunter
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Governor’s Foot Guard
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London
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Arnold
New York
Lexington
Powder House