TURN: Washington's Spies

Previously, on "Turn: Washington Spies"...

Simcoe is not a problem that will go away.

Mr. Rogers, he's here!

Where is he?

The Quaker needed convincing. We gave him a push.

You think that I would trust any of you?

We can't even trust each other.

- What do you want with my son? - Information...

concerning John Andre and the young woman.

The woman's name is Philomena Chia.

You could never be her.

He writes to me, but all he really wants is Arnold.

I want to be married, now.

We have lost not one Culper, but both.

Robert Rogers.

I should have known.

He's always been a thorn in our side, sir.

Indeed, but these wounds are self-inflicted.

I feel as if my eyes have been gouged out.

We are blind to the enemy in New York once again.

Sir, I have failed you.

I wish to resign my post as head of intelligence.

So, Arnold wants a second bite of the apple, does he?

"I'm so far recovered I can walk with ease

and expect to be on horseback soon.

£10,000 shall be engaged for my services

whether the contest be finished by sword or by treaty."

Mmm, request a meeting in person.

- This could be our chance. - This could be a hoax.

I don't trust the man.

General Arnold once told me you can be a soldier

or you can be a spy, but you can't be both.

Nonsense. They go hand in glove.

There is nothing more necessary than good intelligence

and nothing requires greater pains to obtain.

You did not retreat from the heat of battle, Ben.

Why are you deserting me now?

Why contact us now? Did they not exonerate him?

Yes, but read closer.

"I took Ticonderoga. I triumphed at Saratoga.

I defended myself at Middlebrook,

yet still they deny me what I am owed."

Middlebrook.

This is strictly about his finances now, or lack thereof.

He defended himself at Middlebrook, yes, but not in battle.

From court-martial.

An officer of Arnold's rank

must be tried by a jury of his peers.

The only place to find that many generals

would be the rebel camp itself.

Washington is at Middlebrook.

I do not accept your resignation.

We may have lost our man in New York,

but we have not lost our woman there.

Sir, a foray against Washington's camp would be perilous.

Were the regulars to march out of New York,

the rebels would surely be alerted.

I'll dispatch the provincial militia from Stony Point.

Give Bill Tryon a crack at the old fox.

Washington will never see them coming.

Washington will never see Arnold coming.

We have no need of Arnold.

He's stuck in Philadelphia, as are you.

You haven't been the same since we left there, John.

You're seeking to win back a woman

while I am trying to end this war.

Chan

What happened?

The standard bearer was shot.

They used the colors as a tourniquet.

Where was this?

Franklin Township.

Ben, you all right?

Yes.

I just hope it can be mended.

I... I spoke with Washington

about the ring.

And, well, he reminded me

that we do still have one asset left to us in New York.

Abigail?

I haven't heard from her since I sent Cicero back.

Well, perhaps it's time you renewed your acquaintance, then.

I have no way to contact her.

You could pay her a visit.

A man we'd have to smuggle into the city.

You can enter on a pass.

Abigail can't get me a pass.

No, but an officer can.

I haven't exchanged a word with Ed...

with Major Hewlett

since I left him at the altar.

Right, so maybe he wants some answers.

I can't lie to him again.

Anna, just think of it as doing your duty.

All right? For Washington. For your country.

A lie for my country is still a lie.

Sometimes you ask too much of people.

I know.

I know there's nothing more painful for you.

Nor is there anything more necessary for the cause.

We make sacrifices so that others don't have to.

"Dear Edmund...

I write to you with a heavy heart

and against my better instincts,

but write I must,

though I suppose you never wished to hear from me again.

If that is the case, I will respect your wishes."

"I owe you an explanation

so that this gaping wound can, if not be healed,

then at least be closed.

Such sorrow, however,

cannot be conveyed through the post.

I beg the opportunity to come to New York

and speak to you in person.

I'll drink to that!

Gentlemen, we are about to change the course of history.

And to the victors go the spoils.

Honors and riches and girls with no britches.

I've been spoiling for another chance at Washington.

I intend to flank him and collapse his center

as I did to Arnold at Ridgefield.

It seems I chose the right man.

I would caution you, William,

not to deal the rebels too heavy a blow.

How's that?

Cooke wants the war to end, but not just yet.

My fields on Long Island have never been more numerous.

Nor more profitable.

To Washington's health.

May he survive the battle long enough to hang.

There you are.

Mr. Townsend, if you please.

Townsend.

Psst.

More Madeira.

General Clinton, it is an honor to have you in our presence.

I intend to be back with something to celebrate.

Perhaps I shall leave the bottle, gentlemen,

so that you will not be disturbed.

Um, Townsend.

My sources say big things are afoot.

- Is that so? - Yes.

We better stock up. Business will be booming.

That's a pity. I was thinking

of traveling back to Oyster Bay to visit my father

and perhaps, James, to remain there.

I'm thinking of selling my stake.

Well, you'll change your tune

as soon as you read Saturday's headlines.

I'm quite sure I won't.

But I assure you the news will make your heart sing

and your purse groan.

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- Halt! - Easy.

Easy. It's only me.

Doubt he'd pick off a man while he's doing his business.

Don't you dare piss on me.

Are you out of your bloody mind?

Just act natural. He can't see me.

I mean taking a shot at Simcoe.

- What? - I heard them talking. He was wounded.

That wasn't me, you bastard. That was your wife.

- She's the crazy one. - What?

Yeah, that's what I thought when I saw her at Whitehall

running around with your rifle.

Now hurry up and show him some shite before he gets suspicious.

It was her who sent them after me.

She used me as a bloody decoy, Abe.

Who the hell did you marry?

I'm still finding out.

We need to get out of here.

All of us. Right now.

Yeah, well, there's a problem with that.

Thanks to your wife, I ain't got a boat.

Take Robeson's. He won't miss it.

Oh, Caleb, stay downwind.

We'll require seating for 20.

Plus a few on the groom's side.

20? In total?

I had more bridesmaids.

Not everyone can be accommodated at short notice.

What will I tell my friends?

Would you prefer to tell them your daughter eloped?

This is all so sudden, Peggy.

Is there another guest on the way?

No, Mother.

Every time I'm here, there seem to be fewer and fewer servants.

Won't be long before we outnumber them.

Haven't you been reimbursed by the Congress yet?

You needn't worry, sir. I will get what I am owed.

I've been offered command of the fort at West Point.

West Point?

It's not a field command, but it's a very important position.

Who better to command Fort Arnold than the man it's named after?

Am I not to remain in Philadelphia?

Who will oversee Penn Mansion?

Well, whomever I sell it to, I suppose.

But you just had it restored.

Cavil, you're to stand down from your post.

I require you for a guard duty.