The story begins with a group of German soldiers stationed at an outpost in Italy during the final days of World War II. Among them is Lieutenant Hans-Werner Mattern (played by Hans Christian Blech), a seasoned officer who is tasked with defending a strategic bridge from advancing Allied forces.
As the Allied offensive intensifies, Mattern and his men find themselves outnumbered and outgunned, facing overwhelming odds as they attempt to hold off the enemy. With their backs against the wall, they must use all of their training, courage, and resourcefulness to defend the bridge at all costs.
As the battle rages on, Mattern and his men face numerous challenges and setbacks, including heavy artillery bombardments, air raids, and infantry assaults. Despite the odds stacked against them, they refuse to surrender, determined to fulfill their duty and protect the bridge from falling into enemy hands (1964).
Director: Ken Kennedy
Stars: Jim Davis, Don 'Red' Barry, Margo Woode