Attack

A captain whose administrative competence masks a reluctance to fight. His dependence on political favors and alcohol during stress culminates in a collapse under fire, endangering his men and provoking a fatal backlash from those around him.

A fiercely loyal platoon leader who pushes his men to fight and risk everything to rescue them. He is gravely wounded while trying to save his squad, and dies after a final struggle to confront Captain Cooney.

The executive officer who acts as the moral counterweight to Cooney, trying to keep the unit from tearing itself apart. He ultimately shoots Cooney to prevent further abuse of command and later faces the political fallout of what happened.

A career battalion commander who leverages his past connections for postwar political gain. He dismisses warnings, pushes for a two-pronged attack, and ultimately seeks to reward Costa while manipulating the outcome to protect himself.

Platoon sergeant who stands with his men, resisting surrender at critical moments. He embodies the stubborn, loyal soldier who balances discipline with care for his unit.

A wounded Jewish soldier whose safety becomes a flashpoint in the decision to surrender. He embodies the personal risks soldiers face when identities intersect with military law and enemy status.

A young infantryman whose injury and death on the field symbolize the cost of failed command and the human toll of war.

A soldier who endures the bombardment and fights for his survival alongside his comrades, underscoring resilience and solidarity among the troops.

Corporal who acts as a courier of information and a witness to the battle's turning points, helping to rally the survivors and keep the group connected under pressure.