Overview
The film begins in a WW II training depot of a British Guards armoured regiment where recruits from many walks of life learn to survive the strict discipline and training together before going into battle in tanks. There is a cameo appearance by the real Sgt. Major Brittain who was famous in the British guards regiments.
| Actor | Age then | Age now | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | 41 | December 15, 1989 (81) | |
 | 35 | December 29, 2002 (88) | |
 | 34 | September 27, 2001 (85) | |
 | - | - | |
 | 37 | June 29, 1982 (69) | |
 | 44 | March 21, 1985 (79) | |
| - | - | |
 | 35 | December 19, 1999 (85) | |
 | 33 | January 8, 1992 (75) | |
 | 49 | June 3, 1995 (94) |