Benedict Arnold
A once-celebrated American general who became a traitor.
Core Belief
"Believes in personal glory and material success. He lacks a strong moral compass and is willing to betray his principles for personal gain."
Worldview
Sees the world as a place of personal advancement, where success is measured by wealth and recognition. He feels entitled to the rewards he believes he deserves.
Personality
Reckless, brave, and ambitious, but also deeply flawed by greed and resentment. He feels slighted by the lack of recognition for his services and is easily swayed by flattery and the promise of wealth.
Other Characters from George Washington, Volume I
George Washington
Commander-in-chief of the Continental Army and first President of the United States; central figure of the book.
John Stuart Mill
Philosopher, political economist, advocate for liberty
Thomas Jefferson
Secretary of State; a brilliant and complex figure whose political views often clashed with Washington's.
Alexander Hamilton
Secretary of the Treasury; a brilliant and ambitious statesman who advocated for a strong central government.
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