Original sentence: Benedict Arnold, V (January 14, 1741–June 14, 1801) was a general in the Continental Army and later, the British Army, during the American Revolutionary War.He then plotted with the British to take control of the fort at West Point, New York, which would have given the British control of the Hudson River and split the colonies in half.His name has become a colloquial synonym for traitor in the United States.Serving with the Rebels he became well known for leading successful campaigns and winning battles, but he became disgruntled after not recieving what he felt was due credit in a raid on Fort Ticonderoga.The plot was thwarted, but Arnold successfully avoided capture by Continental forces
Edited sentence: Benedict Arnold, V (January 14, 1741–June 14, 1801) is the most notorious traitor in American history.He served as a general in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War and became well known for leading successful campaigns and winning battles.Later during the Revolution he plotted with the British army to arrange for the transfer of the fort at West Point, New York, which would have given the British control of the Hudson River and split the colonies in half.When the plot was thwarted, Arnold successfully avoided arrest by Continental forces, fleeing to the British forces