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Abe's Role In The Culper Spy Ring

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Abe was important in the Culper spy ring because he brought Townsend into the ring, got info from New York and Setauket, and helped uncover Benedict Arnolds treason. One of the important things he did was bring Townsend in. Although not the only reason he joined, Abe was a major reason to join the cause. Townsend, i.e. Culper Jr, was a crucial part in the ring. Culper Jr discovered a counterfeiting plot that was an attempt in ruining the American economy, warned the ring of suspected spies, and helped in preventing an attack on a French fleet in Rhode Island. Thus, Abe bringing in Townsend helped not only the ring, but part of the war as well. Abe also got information from New York and Setauket. The information got to Washington after
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