First in a 10-part wartime drama series based on the acclaimed book by Stephen E Ambrose.
In 1942, a disparate group of young men begin voluntary training to become members of America's newest military regiment - the paratroopers. Under the harsh leadership of Lt. Sobel, members of the newly formed Easy Co. go from green civilians to the Army's elite soldiers. As training progresses, a rivalry flares between Sobel, whom the men despise, and Lt. Winters, a junior officer who has earned the respect and admiration of the company. Show less