Benedict Arnold: His Pinnacle of Fame and Power in the North Country

The Washington County Historical Society and the Hebron Preservation Society will co-host
Benedict Arnold: His Pinnacle of Fame and Power in the North Country presented by Patrick Niles.

The program will be on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the former East Hebron Presbyterian Church at 6559 State Route 22 in East Hebron (Salem), N.Y. (7 miles north of Salem and 10
miles south of Granville, N.Y. ).

Patrick will explore locations and events where Benedict Arnold played a crucial role. The talk will
explore Arnold’s ascent to prominence through his actions in the northern region, highlighting his
reputation as the greatest battlefield general of the American Revolution. His notoriety stems from his
exploits in the North Country, mostly in what was Charlotte County. These include capturing
Fort Ticonderoga, constructing the American fleet in Whitehall, fighting at Valcour Island, and
his activities prior to the Battles of Saratoga in Charlotte County, culminating with his
leadership at Saratoga.

Patrick Niles is a retired history educator from Washington County. He has participated in public
programs on the county’s role in the French and Indian War and the American Revolution. He is
currently the outgoing president of the Washington County Historical Society. He is co-chair of
the Washington County 250th Committee and a Trustee of the Lake George Battlefield Alliance.
He is also a licensed guide at the Saratoga Battlefield and presides over Adirondack Hudson
Military Expeditions, a historic guide service operating along the Adirondack Hudson Corridor.

The program is free and open to the public. Donations are gladly accepted. For more information, please call WCHS at 518/747-9108 (Open Tues and Weds 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)  We hope you will join us for this interesting and educational program.