What do you have?
Orders of the battalion.
Have you checked? - Yes, sir. Two times.
Thanks ever.
Problems?
Hopefully it's good news.
Not really. We need to advance.
Advance? You know where we are, right?
That should know.
Jack, this is not good.
Yes I know. Orders are orders.
Ja, sir.
We gaan, sergeant.
A perfect place for an ambush.
How much further? - We are here. 250 meters.
Griff, ga voorop. - Ja, sir.
We gotta get outta here.
You're not going to make it. - We have to turn off the MG's.
We need to find their flank.
Understood.
Stay here!
There are six Germans. What do you think?
I can turn off one or two.
The others will take us to graze. - We need reinforcements.
I need to get closer. - Jack.
Keep your head down, sergeant!
It's about time.
You know what they say.
Will not you tired of saving me? - Never.
Rotz!
What are you doing?
I'm sorry, Jack.
You stay here, okay?
Come on, soldier.
Come on, soldier! - You need more, Jack.
Do not give up.
I'm sick of this war.
You were a good man, sergeant.
Sorry about your men.
The command gave wrong orders and you must bear the consequences.
You know what your problem is?
Nothing.
You followed the orders.
I'm Colonel AJ Redding.
Lieutenant Jack Wosick. - Listen, soldier.
I'm really sorry, but you must ...
The hold them.
I have already heard of you, Lieutenant.
Why is that, sir?
Everyone knows your name.
On D-Day, you took an important position in German ...
and held for six hours at a crossroads position.
You got the Bronze Star for.
That night we were dying like flies.
I gathered the troops that I could find and did what was necessary.
Many men would have failed.
Soldier, you know how to lead men.
You know how to lead men into dangerous situations.
I suggest an elite group together ...
for a very special mission.
And you will lead them.
With all due respect, you've got the wrong man.
No, soldier. I have the right man.
Besides, I have nobody else.
Lieutenant Wosick, that's captain Picault of the French Foreign Legion.
The colonel has told me everything about you.
I'm looking forward to fight alongside you.
May I ask why?
Why not, soldier?
I need you.
I need you back on the battlefield.
And not everyone deserves a second chance.
What are you worried about, soldier?
If I do this,
then drop all charges against me away?
You have my word.
You can bet your ass on it.
Then my answer is: Yes, sir.
I expected that answer.
Here are the records of our men.
From...
War Pigs.
War Pigs? What does it mean?
The Americans ...
Come on, we gotta get outta here!
That really is a terrible idea.
We should go, boy!
Wait! Stay!
Stop! - I'm too young to die.
No further!
Stop. Stay!
Damn Americans!
What is that? - It's delicious. Eat it.
It looks like bird droppings on a schnitzel.
Who has ever made you chief cook?
You're welcome.
You should have seen that guy before.
One hand full of eggs, and in the other his balls.
I was not afraid.
You fart in your pants.
A few little prayers and it will be fine.
Speaking of praying, priest ...
I could use some heavenly help with these cards.
Maybe you could put in a good word for me with him up there.
I do not think the Lord works so.
He really does work mysterious.
Not according to your bad cards.
I did absolutely nothing.
I'm out. - Has no luck here? Come on.
You do not pray against us?
No, only to you. I'm out.
I raise. - That's different.
I follow and raise you two.
Now we have a game.
Many of you have already fought?
The small wants some action.
Moffatte here has captured an entire patrol sleeves.
Where was it? - Sicily.
Italy?
I'm still waiting on my medal. Is that the mail?
Right.
And priest, do not get distracted by it clean-shaven face.
He is an icy, born killer.
Frenchy and was shot twice.
Once in the leg and in a time ...
Good. Thank you.
We have two beaches stormed and given three countries.
Together, through the training. It's a lucky bastard.
What's up with you? - Who me?
I just want you to end this war and go home.
Do not go too happy to fight, boy.
We have it pretty good here. We eat, play cards and drink.
And a pair of men's magazines.
Which I also have.
Pay attention to it, priest.
Boys, who are younger than you die in foxholes
and dreams of what we have.
We will soon go to the front?
You bet. A new officer on his way to us.
Wait, where did you hear that?
The canvases are not that thick.
In a war, there are really only two things
which can ruin your day. And you know what?
Officers and assignments.
Right. - Yes.
This could possibly spoil your day too.
Look.
I bet we get someone indrijft our death.
Do you think? - Gentlemen, gentlemen, you make him afraid.
I'm not afraid.
I'm not afraid. - It is well.
The officers arrived.
So you're not German? You are a Frenchman?
And.
My house was occupied by the Nazis in '39.
I was drafted into the Wehrmacht.
How did you get here?
I grew up in this region.
I am very good in bringing men in and out of hostile territory.
Really?
Did the Wehrmacht to let you go so easily?
I never believed in Hitler's Germany.
Let's stop here. Agreed?
And.
Soldier.
Seeking August, sergeant. Third Division.
Have you lost your voice? - No, sir.
You mean the War Pigs? - Exactly.
With all due respect, I do not envy you if you're the new commander.
Why, soldier?
Officers do not last long in them.
Is that so?
Ja, sir.
You can find them over there, beyond the mess.
Okay, good. Thank you soldier.
Everyone calls it the War Pigs. Should be a good story.
We will soon find out.
Here we go. Attention!
Able Companie, derde afdeling? - Ja.
I'm Lieutenant Wosick and that's captain Picault
of the French Foreign Legion.
I heard you called War Pigs. Why?
It is said that we like to wallow in the mud.
Good for you, sergeant.
And now you volunteer for a new mission.
Why would we do that?
You probably wanted to say: "And why would we do that, sir?"
In the US Army, we speak with officers 'sir' to,
or is that a problem for you?
Nee, sir.
We just want to know our orders.
Guidelines. We still have far and I have to bring these guys home safely.
That's really sweet of you, sergeant.
Your mission is simple: Follow me!
Clear?
Crystal clear.
Tomorrow we prepare for our mission.
Which we are all slain?
Do not.
Lieutenant.
I think you will join tomorrow for the first time the US military.
Soldiers, be ready tomorrow at 05:00.
That I also mean you, sergeant. Dismissed.
I drink to you, War Pigs.
Cheers!
Can you believe that? - What?
Our new officers. - I think he likes you, sergeant.
Wat? Augie?
Nobody likes Augie.
There's nothing I hate as much as ...
officers and assignments. - You could say that.
The lieutenant seems okay.
They say,
Lieutenant Wosick, former captain of the 502's,
a group of scouts led a 42-MG nest and suffered heavy losses.
That is hearsay.
He makes sure that we all go to.
He receives his orders directly from Colonel Redding.
Geweldig. Cowboy Redding.
Wie is Redding?
He thinks he's Wyatt Earp, but he's more General Custer.
Die man is gek.
To be honest.
He survived a landmine ...
and was shot twelve times. - My always exaggerates.
And he received three Silver Stars.
So he's doing something right.
You know what?
Stay with us, son, follow my orders ...
and everything will be fine.
This is also already empty.
Thanks ever.
These men are rough.
They have their rough edges.
What do you think of them?
I think that the men with whom we must work.
You think they follow orders?
Yes, sir. But I think you have to earn their respect and earn their trust.
Like everyone else, they just want to survive this war.
Many men died because they followed me.
Because they obeyed my orders.
It is not easy to send men into battle.
Armies led by orders, Lieutenant.
I'm just not sure I'm ready for it again.
You're ready. You should...
just leave the past behind you
and concentrate on your new job.
Yes, it was only that easy.
I read your latest reports.
Very interesting.
It said that you ignored your orders.
You fell the wrong place at the wrong moment.
Nee.
The orders were not correct.
I knew it and followed them up anyway.
Someone at the top wish you got the blame for his mistake.
Something like that.
Men were dying because of your command, but ...
more men survived because of your orders.
These Colonel Redding ...
How well do you know him?
What do you know about the mission?
Have you ever heard ...
Hitler's secret weapon?
I think the colonel sends us behind enemy lines
to find it.
We count on you that you do alleges.
Be there for them. Agreed?
Ladies! What does this mean? Stand up!
You have two minutes. Take your stuff!
Good grief!
It would be nice if you started first, sergeant.
I expect you to give a good example.
Yes, like you, Captain?
Sorry! Lieutenant. - You've done your homework.
Good. They show initiative.
The captain and I will make of you the best unit of the army.
Gentlemen?
To achieve power with a group, you need a lot.
First perseverance.
We do not take orders from a frog.
You take orders from me,
of him and anyone else who has something to recommend!
As the commands when your entire unit was it?
We finish what we started.
This is due to sergeant August.
Three miles, twice the speed.
Beautiful.
I have a little surprise for you when this is over.
Soldiers left.
Marching!
It's a beautiful morning, ladies! Faster. Faster!
Come on, buddy.
Like the basic training, only worse.
I'll die.
Sergeant, bewegen!
Excellent.
The end of the route. And now the surprise.
Here is!
Where for?
You're like my grandmother.
Moffatte, you are carrying two.
Very nice, Frenchy.
Move! Come on.
Sergeant, come on. This is not kindergarten.
Communication, gentlemen,
is the main tool of a soldier.
Modern technology allows us to mobile or direct contact.
During the war ...
does not communicate death.
Do you think dying is funny?
Has anyone learned radio here?
I, sir.
Excite the device ...
talking to someone on the other side.
Very simple.
Simple?
Talking is another wonderful skill we can learn from them.
No, this is really good.
I'm sure you're qualified to teach us English. Mon sir.
We will not have the luxury to easily communicate.
To understand how the enemy is moving in the field is necessary in order to survive.
Today we learn to communicate with this. Pass.
You learn the basics. Hopefully you can read and write.
Forward.
Everyone should have a basic knowledge of drawing.
The ability to describe all that you get to see
importance behind enemy lines.
All of them.
Draw what you see.
You have two minutes.
Come on.
You're wasting your time.
I like fruit like any other captain, but ...
why the hell do I sign?
Weet je, August,
We have not thought that you would think so.
Plan B.
Men welcome Mademoiselle Colette.
Nice to meet you.
My name is August and I'll sign.
You're doing great, so ... - Two minutes.
Two minutes.
Take the time you need.
Landmines, gentlemen, are not your friends.
There are many different German land mines.
The worst are the ones made of wood.
Make them look real wood?
Damn.
Captain? I think I got one.
This is a bottle, idiot.
I do not get it.
What you do not understand mine?
I do not understand why we do this. We crawl here ...
You want to keep your arms and legs?
Really only my third leg.
Captain.
Next.
The following exercise will all liked you.
Forward
A day legionnaire.
Forever legionnaire.
Continue.
Really sharp, sergeant.
Good, Shank.
I do not know, Lieutenant. The land mines I found enjoyable.
The German K98.
We know you can shoot you with it ...
but now you're gonna understand it.
From the inside and the outside.
Start, gaan!
York, well done.
Again! Faster!
Concentrate you.
Start, gaan!
Again! Faster!
Need even more difficult tasks?
Let's see how they do this.
Yes, that is very simple.
Okay, we'll try it blindfolded?
This is all thanks to August.
Come on, start.
The training, what do you think?
We learn fairly quickly.
Can they handle it?
Yes, I think so.
I hope you're right.
Why do you like these on?
They were a sergeant with whom I have served.
It reminds me what happens if I fail.
What is happening?
He was slain.
Under my command.
He was a good leader.
And a good friend.
I do not think you keep them
to remember your failures. I think you have them keep track,
because you can not let go of the past.
The troops, the men
they will do their work when the time comes.
Rely on them.
I do that.
I do not lead them to their deaths.
Do not do it.
Feed them and they will follow you.
I know.
Can someone tell me again why we're here?
We are here because Augie his big mouth can not keep.
Yes, I think so.
I remembered the lieutenant.
Yes, little one? And why? - I like him.
He's a good man.
I hate to say it, but the little one has it right.
He is not so bad.
Do you think we come back home?
I wish I could answer that.
Hot coffee. Better than cold stuff.
Here, for you. - Thank you.
Are you, sir?
Yes. Succeeds as well as it can be when your orders.
Is that why you attacked the Germans?
What would you have done differently?
What I would have done differently?
Probably ignored that order.
Cold today.
Reminds me of home.
I love that city.
Amen, sir.
Good night, boys.
Dank u, sir.
Exercise Today: climbing rope.
Soldiers, this will be fun.
Come on. Begin! - You heard the captain. Forward!
Forward!
Well, boy. It's your turn.
What are you waiting? Come on!
Oh no! Do not!
The art of the knife.
A deadly art.
None of you mastered it.
But practice makes perfect.
We do not want lessons from a frog.
Ready? Take a knife.
Come on, sweetheart. Get it.
Priest! - Come on.
You had better kept your mouth, not a priest?
Come on!
There you go!
Come on!
Continue.
He's really good. - Your whole body is a weapon.
Priests.
There is more to a mesgevecht ...
but to fight with the knife.
A legionnaire is taught to use his entire equipment as a weapon.
Knife, bat ...
Come on, priest. - ... All tools.
Hands, feet, anything that can kill a human.
The Foreign Legion is a special way with the knife.
And that will showcase captain Picault.
Sgt. You and the lieutenant.
I'm flattered. Ready?
And.
Here I waited.
I take the priest. He was not so good.
Then you and me, kid.
I do not like you. - I know.
You will kill us all. - Oh really?
Yes really.
I will not give up.
I do not want you specify. I want you to fight.
You understand? You need to be a soldier.
The only way to stay alive. Understood? - Yes sir!
August...
Well done.
Are these real?
Yes, I have to make.
Great, badges of death.
These are not badges of the dead priest. This is our new badge.
Listen.
The division has finally sent us our orders.
En, sir?
I can only say that it's behind enemy lines.
Are we ready to go, sir?
I know you are. - Are you ready?
Sergeant, if something happens to me
and the other men need you
you will have to take the leadership. Do not disappoint them.
Some rest. I will see you tomorrow.
What morbid plans he and Redding have figured,
remember guys, I'm watching you. Understood?
You know, officers and commands?
Let's go.
Will we see tomorrow the Colonel?
And.
Coffee?
I never liked strong, black coffee.
Can never match an Armagnac.
Yes, I've heard.
Better?
I was five years, not so close to home.
16 km. The main street through ...
then right at the sawmill, left along the creek,
around the hedges, and I'm home.
Do you miss it?
Would you go back?
After all this?
The Germans enlisted me against my will.
My mother begged me not to go.
But what choice did I have?
It took a few months and my family is gone.
The Gestapo was last seen at the house.
What happened?
They were found in a mass grave outside the city.
I'm sorry.
So ...
I deserted the Wehrmacht,
joined me at the Legion and kill as many Nazis as I could.
So ...
you think you're ready?
The men?
And.
I think so.
We can still ...
a longer course exercise cut through the forest.
Good idea.
It could end in mutiny.
I think you are right.
Keep it.
Okay. Thank you.
Thanks, Captain.
Health.
France. Alsace-Lorraine, 1944
Come with me.
Gentlemen, have you ever heard
A German centipede-gun? - No, sir.
I think it was one of Hitler's new wonder weapons.
It is a 100 meter long cylinder,
with 34 on the side pair of fuzes.
It seems like it has legs. That's why we call it the centipede.
And what can it, sir?
It is a kind of high-pressure gun.
It may be 5 pound artillery firing of hundreds of miles.
The division believes that it was fired at our guys at Monte Casino.
How can you be sure? Many artillery was fired at Casino.
We found a missile that did not explode.
The gun was in the region around Rome, hundreds of miles away.
For a weapon of this size, you need a steep hill.
Alsac is full of it.
Hill 314 is perfect for.
These photos were confiscated by our secret service in Italy.
We think the parts to build such a weapon.
A weapon of this magnitude can cause a lot of problems,
and many people dead.
Yes, I want you to know, if they still build such a weapon.
Ja, sir.
Our secret service assumes that it will be built here.
That is deep in enemy territory, sir.
I hope that's not a problem.
We play for each other.
Listen.
You will not easily turn on or come out.
Thus, it is always.
Provide the information and make your way there.
Ja, sir.
It seems that Hitler is building a super weapon.
The division wants us to find it.
What does that weapon, sir?
It is called a centipede, soldier.
A high pressure gun, artillery shells, more than 100 miles away shoots.
The division believes to have found one.
Where is she anyway?
Somewhere in Alsace-Lorraine.
That's pretty far behind enemy lines.
17.6 km, to be correct.
And we go there because of a rumor?
That could be, yes.
We follow orders, no sergeant?
We go there, look for it and go home.
Home. Yes, sir!
Disguise we as Germans?
That is too dangerous.
Are you imprisoned in a German uniform, you will be executed.
Listen.
I'm not going to lie to you.
It will not be easy.
But I know you can do it.
Are you ready?
There is one more thing,
what I want from you.
Damn ...
Decide who is driving.
Funny.
My wife always wanted to even see all of Germany.
Moffatte,
you're going to see them again. I promise.
Do you think the gun is real?
Sounds like something that Hitler dreamed.
We would not be here if it was not important.
Do you think the sergeant's right? - With what?
The lieutenant injaagt our death.
Wosick is tough, but fair.
I think he knows what he's doing. - Shank's right.
Augie has a big mouth. I trust the lieutenant.
We find it out.
It was time!
Keep your eyes open.
CAUTION! THE ENEMY KEEP YOUR EYE ON!
We are no longer safe. Let's cover.
Understood.
Have they found us? - Probably.
The question is whether they are going to shoot at us.
It's ours. - Yes.
The problem is that we are on the wrong side of the line.
I do not want to end up as target practice.
Fun, be attacked by our own Air Force.
Change of plan. Captain, we're going to run. Take your weapons.
You're right, but if this is true ...
Lieutenant, any idea where we are?
Yes, behind enemy lines
looking for a rather large weapon, sergeant.
Really?
The weapon must be behind this ridge.
West of here. Hill 314
Two volunteers should explore. - Yeah, who have the misfortune of birds?
Thank you, sergeant. You gave you just now.
These forests are overrun by German patrols.
I would like to set up a line of defense on the road.
To be sure. - I will, Captain.
Only intervene if there is no other. All of Germany else knows we're here.
Understood.
Another volunteer for the patrol? - I'm going.
Sure?
Kom je?
Yes, little one, I'm coming.
Further orders, sir?
I want someone down the road.
Priests, kom here.
The captain needs someone on the way, okay?
Go to the end of the road,
if you're there, pick position.
If you see something you come back right away. - Yes, I do.
Good.
Moffatte, did you bring mine? - Absolutely, sir.
Daar is ze.
How big do you think it is?
Maybe 600 feet, maybe more.
Looks ugly.
That thing can shoot in Paris, maybe even London.
It seems like it is already operational.
Know the division that?
That's why we're here, sergeant.
What are we going to do now?
We make our way.
That was it? We just have to report it?
And what if they shoot in London?
We saw what we wanted to see, sergeant.
Furthermore, we do nothing.
We're done here. We go.
Got what you need?
Moffatte, well done.
Wait till the sleeves on foot.
Everything is buried, sir. - Good.
That does not bode well.
There are Germans with armored vehicles on the road.
Hide you.
Moffatte who shovel.
Keep your head and march on.
Forward!
We gotta get outta here.
We still have a long way to go.
We get away.
Hold your horses.
You'll all still dead. - I want you to come home.
Rust even. - Thanks to u, sergeant.
Albrecht, kom here.
Grenade!
Come on! Stand up!
Get up, you swine!
Go!
Halt!
All off!
Boys, stretch your legs.
Mannen, kom here! - Yes, sergeant.
Why have they stopped?
Maintenance.
Fill up with oil.
Alarm! - Vuur!
Safe.
Everything good? - Yes.
Captain, are you OK? - Yes.
Go get them! - Come with me.
Help! Help!
Damn, help!
Lieutenant?
York, August. The Germans have them.
Let's go back to the troops.
Good better. Press harder.
Captain, are you okay?
Yes, it is nothing. It'll be fine.
Where are York and August? - Caught by a German patrol.
Are they alive? - Currently still I think.
The weapon found?
They patrol not far from here. Everything is choking.
The weapon seems functional.
The division will want to know everything about the weapon.
So what do we do?
I can not leave my men, Captain.
How are we going to succeed?
We go in and get them out.
Let it go. I participate.
What about our orders?
It seems that these are just changed.
I go along.
Me too.
All of us, sir.
Thank you, soldier.
How do we get into that building?
If someone get caught in a German uniform, he gets executed.
That's right.
Want to go back, I understand that.
This is the last chance.
We will not let you down, sir.
Good.
Can any of you drive a tank?
I can drive a tractor.
This is enough, soldier.
Good, like a tractor.
We drive the German depot in August and rescue and York?
It does not sound great, but at least it's a plan.
What are our chances? - 50-50.
We succeed or we die.
What is the German word for starter?
Can it get any worse?
That's pretty bad, boy.
What will they do with us?
I do not know.
What do you want?
You speak German? - Yes.
Do you like Fritz?
My name is not Fritz.
But I want to know what you're doing here.
It was a routine patrol.
Then you've walked a little lost.
You badges ...
please me though.
Would look good on my jacket, right?
Tell me, what does this symbolize?
That we are the "War Pigs".
War Pigs. Waarom?
Because we like to wallow in the mud.
Is that so?
Where are you going, Fritz? I'm not done with you. Come here.
Kom here!
Halt!
Your orders, please.
Even geduld.
Everthing allright? We must go.
Alles is in orde. Je kan verder.
So that's that super weapon?
Yes, like the colonel described it.
But bigger.
It's your turn, sir.
Yes sir.
Remember your training, soldiers.
Stay alert. - Yes, sir.
Hold on, boy.
You're doing great.
I am okay. He hits like a girl.
You seem to be a little artist.
Tell me why you signed it?
The really important things are on the next page.
What is your job here?
Why were you sent?
I want to help, but ...
my hands are tied.
Unbelievable.
I'll give you one more chance.
Who sent you here to spy?
What do you see here?
Dank u.
Big mistake.
Believe me, you make the mistake.
Hey, Fritzi.
Kom here.
Tough little army boy.
Ben je trots op je badge?
Got a light?
Heil Hitler!
Wat is er aan de hand?
Just stay calm, okay?
You are a gentleman.
Where's the lieutenant?
I do not know.
He is looking likely August and York.
Damn.
That does not sound good.
Is also not. Not at all.
We're not dead?
Not yet.
Luckily we got that workout with ropes.
Hold on, boy.
Thank you me so long kept alive.
You're not bad in a mesgevecht.
I did not think you'd come.
Alles in orde?
And.
You look bad.
Sergeant.
Kom here.
Do you have a plan?
I have one.
You want this?
We make our way.
What's going on, sir? - Not much.
We wait until the lieutenant brings back the boys.
Sir, are you?
Yes, I'm fine.
All took office. Make the gun ready to fire.
Yes, Lieutenant. - What are they saying?
That they want to test the weapon.
It all works?
Remember what I told you: nothing to say
Then maybe we get here alive.
We have a problem. Moffatte, start.
It is all or nothing.
Alarm! Alarm!
Moffatte!
That's our side.
Now! - What?
Fire!
You can thank me later. - For what?
Germans!
Take that, you dirty German bastards!
Everyone retreat!
Come on, quick!
Priest, we need to leave now. - Roger that, sir.
Come on! - Come on, sir.
Close! That's an order!
Captain, destroy the cannon.
Captain, stop the tank.
Shoot! Shoot!
Make it a hit.
Now that's a successful mission, Captain.
That was really a beautiful shot.
Take us out of here, priest.
Do not let me ...
The division will be very happy with this.
You and your men are the talk of the town.
Dank u, sir.
Would you tell me something?
What the hell went wrong?
I do not understand.
Your orders were to obtain information.
No one said you had to destroy that thing.
The gun was functional and I made a decision.
I wish in no way to leave someone.
So you ignored your orders, mission, and insult me?
This could well be your answer.
You could use it for your new grade.
Dank u, sir.
You dossier with allegations seem mysteriously to have disappeared.
Is that right, sir?
There, you can bet your ass on.
The division is very impressed with you and your War Pigs.
They deserve it.
Now they want you to stay their commander.
That would be an honor.
Go now but celebrate, Captain.
Dank u, sir.
Hey soldier.
You were the right man for the job.
Sew them too tightly, corporal, you have them just.
Let him, Sergeant. The small has earned his promotion.
I've lost a tooth by the pigs.
I took two prisoners. Where is my promotion?
Think you're good as an officer, sergeant?
No, I'm not a sir.
We will see.
It is a good day.
We have lost none.
Because you're the best unit in the army.
I mean it.
Despite the two things that can really fuck up your day.
Officers and orders.
Cheers!
Health!
Captain, huh?
Op de War Pigs! - Op de War Pigs!