The Spy Who Betrayed the American Revolution | The Traitor and The Gentleman | 3
7/2/202638 min
With the French now helping the U.S. in its fight for independence, the tide’s turned against Britain. But disillusioned American hero Benedict Arnold is about to help the British Empire strike back.
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[suspenseful music] May 1779, British-controlled New York. In his office, John Andre sits at his desk poring over military reports. It's nearly a year since he and the rest of the British Army left Philadelphia to reinforce New York against French attack. Since then, he has been promoted to major and assigned a new role as head of intelligence. [knocking] "Enter." Joseph Stansbury walks in. He's a Philadelphia merchant loyal to the king, who uses his trading activity to travel the colonies, gathering intelligence for Britain. "Ah, Stansbury. What news from Philadelphia?" Stansbury is soaked through from the rain, but makes no effort to remove his coat or hat. It's clear he's got something important to share. "Major, do you remember Peggy Shippen from Philadelphia?" "Mm, yes, of course. How could I forget her?" Stansbury reaches into his coat and holds out two letters. "I was asked to check if you remember her fondly, and if so, to give you these." Andre holds the letters suspiciously.