Sea of Sand

A capable and pragmatic captain who leads the patrol under extreme pressure. He stays focused on the mission’s objective, even as his own safety and the radio link back to base deteriorate. His resolve is matched by a personal awareness that he has everything to live for, which sharpens his determination to ensure the crucial intelligence reaches command.

The Royal Engineers officer assigned to the patrol, Williams must quickly adapt to the LRDG’s unorthodox methods while navigating a perilous minefield. He embodies steadiness under pressure and ultimately sacrifices himself to secure the group’s escape and the transmission of vital information.

A reliable sapper who helps create a safe path through the minefield with Williams. He plays a practical, steady role under fire and contributes to the team’s ability to reach base with the critical payload of information.

A resolute member of the group who volunteers to stay behind and man a Vickers machine gun, delaying the pursuing German forces. He is wounded but faces his fate with quiet resolve, buying time for others to advance toward safety and victory.

A New Zealander in the unit who fights alongside his comrades and is killed during the return journey. His presence underscores the multinational composition of Allied forces and the high cost of war.

A seasoned sergeant who supports the mission but is killed in the escape, illustrating the relentless danger of desert warfare and the personal price paid by those on the frontline.