Spring, 1943. Paddy Mayne takes control of the SAS following David Stirling's capture, as attention turns from the conflict in North Africa to mainland Europe. But GHQ have cast doubt over the future of the regiment, while the creation of a second unit and an influx of new arrivals make things even more difficult for the men. Can they prove that the SAS remains essential to the war, wherever it may lead them?
With a new mission and the threat of disbandment facing the SAS, an ally is found with a familiar name.
While the SAS find both friends and enemies in Sicily, at Gavi prisoner of war camp, David Stirling receives an unexpected visitor.
As the SAS advance through Italy, with some assistance from partisans, a commando order issued by Hitler threatens the fate of one of them.
As Reg Seekings struggles to cope, he strikes up a friendship with a young Italian boy which ends in yet more horror.
As John Tonkin tries to return to the unit, the men of the SAS receive a visit from General Montgomery who can smell drink – and heroism.
The SAS return to Britain and are given some time to decompress from the events in Italy. Bill is shocked to hear about the role planned for the SAS in the invasion of France.
