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Sign up freeBenedict Arnold I 1615–1678
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Birth Date: December 21, 1615
Birth Location: Ilchester, South Somerset District, Somerset, England
Death Date: June 19, 1678
Death Location: Newport, Newport County, Rhode Island, United States of America
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In 1615, Benedict Arnold I entered the world in Ilchester, South Somerset District, Somerset, England, born to William Arnold And Christian Peak. Benedict Arnold I married Damaris Westcott, and had children including Benedict Arnold Ii, Caleb Arnold, Godsgift Bull, Josiah Arnold, Oliver Arnold, Penelope Cuttler. Benedict Arnold I passed away in 1678 in Newport, Newport County, Rhode Island, United States of America.
Why This Is a Public Tree Person
This person was detected across multiple family trees uploaded by different tree owners in the YourRoots network. Using our proprietary algorithm and AI tools, we evaluate matching based on name, birth/death dates and locations, and parents/descendants matching.
Reliability Score
This score reflects the reliability of the source family tree. A high rating indicates a trustworthy source with strong data consistency.
- A 3 criteria (Strong)
- B 2 criteria (Medium)
- C 1 criteria (Basic)
Verification checklist:
- Record available
- Descendant's record available
- Star tree owner
Immediate Family
No immediate family data available.
Biography
Early Life
In 1615, Benedict Arnold I entered the world in Ilchester, South Somerset District, Somerset, England, born to William Arnold And Christian Peak.
Family
Benedict Arnold I married Damaris Westcott, and had children including Benedict Arnold Ii, Caleb Arnold, Godsgift Bull, Josiah Arnold, Oliver Arnold, Penelope Cuttler.
Later Years
Benedict Arnold I passed away in 1678 in Newport, Newport County, Rhode Island, United States of America.
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Burial Records U.S., Find a Grave® Index, 1600s-Current
Life Timeline
Found in 5 Family Trees
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