Rogue Heroes

As Paddy Mayne grapples with the death of his father, the capture of David Stirling, and trauma suffered from the war thus far - he must turn his attention to fighting the threat of disbandment of the SAS. The future of the unit comes under question as they spearhead the invasion of Europe.

Paddy leads the SAS (now temporarily named the SRS) into Augusta, but the group are surprised to find the town empty. Making a base in the Chisea Madre Church, the men meet a priest who delivers a proposition - directly from the Sicilian Mafia. Paddy's abuse of the Priest and dismissive attitude to the proposition may mean that the men are left with more civilian enemies, than allies.

While the men of the SAS/SRS lead battle into Bagnara, in Berlin the issuing of a Commando Order from Hitler seeks to push the boundaries of war further and puts one of our soldiers in danger. The SAS work alongside the Italian resistance to hold the town of Termoli. Over in Gavi, David Stirling attempts to make his escape from captivity.

As Paddy adopts a different approach towards authority, the traumatic toll that the war is having on the men becomes more visible - particularly in Sergeant Reg Seekings. A captured soldier from the Regiment realises that the Commando Order issued by Hitler may have sealed his fate. Over at Gavi, whilst struggling during his time in solitary, David manages to find a creative way to cope.

As our captured soldier attempts to make his way back to the regiment, the men of the SAS receive a visit from 2 senior Generals. Bill worries that Paddy will cause trouble. Meanwhile at Gavi, with the political instability in Italy causing members of the Italian military to flee, David Stirling prepares to make another escape attempt.

The SAS return to Britain and are given some time to decompress from the events in Italy. Bill is shocked to hear about the intended role for the SAS in the invasion of France and makes his feelings known, much to the displeasure of the senior Generals. Over in Gavi, David's attempt to escape is stalled by the arrival of German soldiers in the camp, leaving him playing a game of hide and seek.