John André

John André was a British army officer during the American Revolutionary War, known for his intelligence and diplomatic skills. He famously acted as a spy, secretly helping the British gather information from American revolutionaries. His most notable act was arranging the secret delivery of plans related to the U.S. military. However, he was captured in 1780 while carrying these plans and was shortly afterward executed as a spy. André's story highlights the dangers and complexities of espionage during wartime, and he remains a notable figure in American and British history for his role in this clandestine world.