Historical Events tagged with "john andré"
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Military & Warfare
John André Executed as a Spy
October 2nd, 1780 244 years ago
British Army officer John André was hanged by the Continental Army for espionage. Captured while on a secret mission to negotiate with Benedict Arnold, André’s execution exemplified the harsh penalties for spying during the American Revolutionary War. His death was significant in demonstrating the seriousness with which both sides viewed acts of betrayal and espionage, and it heightened tensions during a critical period in the conflict.
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