When Trumpets Fade

Overview

In WWII Western Germany, Private David Manning reluctantly leaves behind a mortally wounded fellow soldier and searches for survivors from his platoon, only to learn from commanding officer Captain Pritchett that they have all been killed in action. Despite requesting a discharge on the grounds of mental disability, Manning is promoted to sergeant and assigned to lead a new platoon of young inductees.

Release Date

27 June 1998

95 minutes

Director

Main Cast

Manning
Warren
Medic Chamberlain
Sgt. Talbot
Captain Zenek
Captain Pritchett
Lt. Colonel