The exploits of four Allied soldiers — three Americans and one Englishman — who are part of a long-range desert patrol group in the North African campaign during World War II. Their mission: "to attack, harass and wreak havoc on Field Marshal Rommel's vaunted Afrika Korps".

Christopher Georgeas Sgt. Sam Troy
Gary Raymondas Sgt. Jack Moffitt
Eric Braedenas Capt. Hans Dietrich
Lawrence P. Caseyas Pvt. Mark Hitchcock
Justin Tarras Pvt. Tully Pettigrew
Morgan Jonesas Capt. Boggs
Claudine Longetas Marianne Bertaine
Austin Willisas Doctor Anderson
Fabianas Cpl. Pennell
Alan Caillou
Lorenzo Semple Jr.
Tom Gries