A group of army personnel and nurses attempt a dangerous and arduous trek across the deserts of North Africa during the second world war. The leader of the team dreams of his ice cold beer when he reaches Alexandria.

John Millsas Captain Anson
Sylvia Symsas Sister Diana Murdoch
Anthony Quayleas Captain van der Poel
Harry Andrewsas M.S.M. Pugh
Diane Clareas Sister Denise Norton
Richard Leechas Captain Crosbie
Liam Redmondas Brigadier (D.D.M.S.)
Allan Cuthbertsonas Brigadier's Staff Officer
David Lodgeas C.M.P Captain (Tank Trap)
Michael Nightingaleas C.M.P Captain (Check Point)
Gilbert Taylor