# Benedict Arnold — No Treason character guide

> Benedict Arnold in No Treason by Lysander Spooner.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Benedict Arnold

**First appearance:** 0000-introductory

## Who they are

Historical figure mentioned as a traitorous example.

## In the story

### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/no_treason_se/chapters/i)

Used as a comparison to highlight the treason of the North's actions.

### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/no_treason_se/chapters/iv)

Not directly mentioned, but the concept of treason is central; Arnold is a canonical figure associated with betrayal.

### [II: The Constitution](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/no_treason_se/chapters/ii-the-constitution)

Cited as the archetype of a traitor because he practiced injury while professing friendship, contrasting with the Southern states' open enmity.

### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/no_treason_se/chapters/ii)

Cited as the archetypal traitor because he professed friendship while attempting injury.

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