Proceedings of a board of general officers held by order of His Excellency Gen.

This historical document provides a detailed account of the military trial of Major John André a British officer captured during the American Revolutionary War. Convened by General George Washington the board of general officers investigated André's involvement in the treasonous plot orchestrated with Benedict Arnold to surrender the American stronghold at West Point to British forces. The proceedings reveal André's candid testimony the evidence presented and the legal deliberations that led to his conviction as a spy.The document captures the tension and gravity of the trial reflecting the moral dilemmas faced by both sides in wartime. Despite his role in the plot André's dignified conduct earned him respect from his captors. Ultimately the board's decision to sentence André to death underscores the stakes of the Revolution and the harsh realities of espionage during this critical period in American history.