Benedict Arnold committed treason — for more than two centuries, that’s all that most Americans have known about him.

Yet Arnold was much more than a turncoat—his achievements during the early years of the Revolutionary War defined him as the most successful soldier of the era. 

Jack Kelly’s “God Save Benedict Arnold” does not exonerate him for his treason but his insightful exploration of Arnold’s career as a warrior shines a new light on this gutsy, fearless, and enigmatic figure. 

In the process, the book offers a fresh perspective on the reasons for Arnold’s momentous change of heart.