The Steel Bayonet (1958)

5.7/10 • 85 min • Drama War

Overview

Tunis, 1943. Battle-weary troops of Company C have orders to occupy a derelict Tunisian farmhouse. They are to establish an artillery observation post, reporting on enemy movements before the imminent offensive to liberate Tunis. However German infantrymen discover their operations. The ensuing battle for control of this small piece of land will decide who controls Tunis but more critically, the victors in the battle of democracy versus fascism.

Cast

Leo Genn

Maj. Gerrard

Kieron Moore

Capt. Mead

Michael Medwin

Lt. Vernon

Robert Brown

Sgt. Maj. Gill

Raymond Francis

The General

John Paul

Lt. Col. Derry

Paddy Joyce

Cpl. Ames R.A.

Michael Ripper

Pte. Middleditch

Bernard Horsfall

Pte. Livingstone

Tom Bowman

Sgt. Nicholls

Michael Balfour

Pte. Thomas

Shay Gorman

Sgt. Gates

Jack Stewart

Pte. Wentworth

Percy Herbert

Pte. Clark

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