Sergeant Joe Dusak, awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for bravery in World War II, faces a military court on charges of desertion during combat. The court summons Corporal Crocker, Corporal Quinn, and Private Pope, the only survivors of Dusak's patrol, to testify. The charges stem from a patrol that went into the Black Forest of Germany, where Dusak claims the group got lost. However, Sergeant William Hutchins testifies that he encountered the patrol and saw the men laughing, contradicting Dusak's claim.
Under Fire
Sergeant Joe Dusak, fresh from being awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for bravery in World War II, faces a court-martial for desertion during a crucial battle in the European campaign.