In 1943, Colonel Greg Brandon, stationed at an United States Army Air Forces 8th Air Force, 103rd Bomb Group base in England, repeatedly attempts to persuade superiors that massive daylight bombing will hasten the end of World War II. In spite of the mission's extreme difficulty, his plan is finally put into effect against a German aircraft factory. During preparation for the raid, Brandon alienates his men by insisting that normal bombing operations continue. His disdain for cautious Lieutenant Archer and brash RAF Wing Commander Trafton Howard further antagonizes his associates, including his girl friend, WAC Lieutenant Gabrielle Ames. When his bomber crashes the morning of the mission, Brandon boards a bomber manned by Archer and Howard. During the effective air raid, he is impressed by Archer's courage and Howard's judgment.
Directed by Boris Sagal
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Cast
Christopher George
Col. Greg Brandon
Laraine Stephens
Gabrielle
J.D. Cannon
Gen. Palmer
Gary Marshall
Wing Cmdr. Taffy Howard
Michael Evans
Group Commander
Gavin MacLeod
Sgt. Kruger
Ben Murphy
Lt. Archer
Bo Hopkins
Capt. Douglass
Tim McIntire
Lt. Quimby
Barry Atwater
Gen. Conway
Henry Jaglom
Worchek
Ivor Barry
RAF Officer (uncredited)
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