North and South, Book II (TV Mini Series)

December 1864 - February 1865 (1986)

Wendy Kilbourne: Constance Flynn Hazard

Quotes 

• George Hazard : [talking about his meeting with Orry]  At first, it was like nothing had changed, it was just so good to see him again. But it became obvious to me that the war had done something to that sense of understanding that we always seemed to share. By the time we said goodbye, we were acting just like enemies.

  Constance Flynn Hazard : Oh, George...

  George Hazard : And when he broke me out of prison, it was more like he was repaying an old debt instead of a, an act of friendship.

  Constance Flynn Hazard : [pause]  Darling, I love Orry as much as you do, and I know the kind of man he is. He would never turn his back on you, or your friendship.

• Bradley : This isn't an official visit, General, but I wanted to warn you ahead of time.

  [Constance enters carrying tea, the two men rise] 

  Bradley : I'd rather discuss this in private, sir.

  George Hazard : Unless it involves military secrets, Captain, I have nothing I want to hide from my wife.

  Bradley : [they all sit]  Sir, from what I've been able to find out, the War Department has had complaints for almost two years about defective weapons made by Axol Iron Works. Do you know anything about such a company?

  George Hazard : No, I've never heard of them.

  Bradley : A formal investigation wasn't started until recently and they found that Axol Iron is a front for another arms manufacturer: Hazard Iron.

  Constance Flynn Hazard : Well, but that's ridiculous. George would never have anything to do with something like that?

  Bradley : They verified that these cannons were made from cheap metals which caused some of them to explode after prolonged use. I'm afraid some soldiers on the gun crews have been killed as a result.

  George Hazard : Oh my God...

  Constance Flynn Hazard : But everybody knows that while George was away, his brother Stanley was running the company.

  Bradley : Apparently the Generals signature appears on several incriminating documents which connect the two companies.

  Constance Flynn Hazard : Well then, someone forged his signature.

  George Hazard : And it had to be somebody from the inside.

  Bradley : Unfortunately you're going to have to prove that, sir.

  Constance Flynn Hazard : I don't believe this. My husband risked his life and undured great hardship in prison. How can his own government accuse him of such a crime?

  Bradley : Ma'm, I feel the same way, or I wouldn't be here. But I'm afraid all the evidence seems to be against you, General.

  George Hazard : Captain, you said this it was an unofficial visit. How much time do I have to prove my innocence?

  Bradley : I'm afraid they'll be swearing out a warrant for your arrest within the next few hours.

  Constance Flynn Hazard : Well can't you delay it?

  Bradley : I wish I could. I just found out this morning.

  George Hazard : What else can you tell us, Captain?

  Bradley : There seems to be a man named Morgan. Although there is no solid evidence against him, they suspect that he's involved in selling cheap metals to more than one foundry.

  George Hazard : Do you know where I can find him?

  Bradley : He does most of his business out of a tavern outside Philadelphia called Dillard's.

• George Hazard : I just talked to Morgan and he connected you with Axol Iron. I don't want to believe this, Stanley.

  Stanley Hazard : George...

  George Hazard : Just tell me it isn't true.

  [Stanley does not reply] 

  George Hazard : You're my brother... I have trusted you with everything. How could you do this?

  Isabel Hazard : Stanley, don't tell him anything!

  Constance Flynn Hazard : Don't you realize what you've done? There's been a government investigation and they're going to arrest George.

  Isabel Hazard : Whatever trouble he's in, it's his own doing.

  Stanley Hazard : [raises voice]  Enough! Isabel, I have always given everything you've ever wanted. Now I will not sacrifice my brother. George I had no idea any of this would ever happen with those cannons. And when I found out it was too late. Our whole business was at stake. Our future...

  George Hazard : What about our future, Stanley? You have not only befouled this family's reputation, you have probably destroyed the future of Hazard Iron, which is nothing comparied to the senseless killing of who knows how many Union soldiers!

  Stanley Hazard : Why...

  George Hazard : [grabs him by the lapels]  You miserable traitor!

  Stanley Hazard : ...Please forgive me.

  George Hazard : You must take full responsibility as will this company, to the families of those dead soldiers. Undoubtedly that means long prison terms for both you and Isabel.

  Isabel Hazard : I've done nothing illegal. My signature was not on those documents.

  Constance Flynn Hazard : Apparently you haven't heard your husband, dear. It's over, Isabel.

  George Hazard : If you can find the courage to own up to your actions, you might find some selfrespect.

  Stanley Hazard : I'll cooperate.