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1780- Benedict Arnold commits treason
On September 21, 1780, during the American Revolution, American General Benedict Arnold meets with British Major John Andre to discuss handing over West Point to the British, in return for the promise of a large sum of money and a high position in the British army. The plot was foiled and Arnold, a former American hero, became synonymous with the word “traitor.”
2008- Last game played at Yankee Stadium
With its unique design, such as a short porch in right field and covered seats in deep center, the stadium opened in 1923. It was the scene of scores of Major League Baseball’s most famous moments, including Ruth’s first home run in the stadium on April 18, 1923, Reggie Jackson’s three home-run game to close out the 1977 World Series and Aaron Boone’s Game 7 walk-off home run in the 2003 American League Championship Series against the Boston Red Sox.
1792 Monarchy abolished in France
1938- The Great New England Hurricane
1942- B-29 Superfortress bomber takes flight
1904- Nez Perce leader Chief Joseph dies
