Benedict Arnold, a FREE Chautauqua show February 9, 2013

Meet Benedict Arnold – the black-hearted villain in the creation myth of America’s founding – the tragic hero we’re taught to love to hate. Hear in his own words how Arnold used surprise, ruse, rumor, & most of all, personal valor, to win battles that others could not even conceive of fighting. He gave his personal fortune & lost the use of his leg in the cause of American Liberty, yet still he turned his coat.

It’s an interactive show presented by nationally acclaimed historical interpreter Ken Johnston featuring – you the audience. Challenge the story and separate the Fact from Fiction. Then decide for yourself who is the man behind the legend. Free show & parking.

Official Website: http://greenvilleCHAUTAUQUA.org