Introduction

Soldiers of the Royal Wessex Rangers face dangerous tours of duty in Northern Ireland during the Troubles and difficult times back home with alienated families and uncomprehending friends.

Outline of Series 01, Episode 02

Given two weeks furlough, the men of the Royal Wessex brag to one another about what a great time they are going to have.

However, the reality is very different.

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Production & Filming Details

• Creator: Nick McCarty.
• Executive Producer: Lewis Rudd.
• Producer: James Ormerod
• Distribution: ITV Studios.
• Released Date: 25 July 1978 (UK).
• Running time: 60 minutes.
• Country: UK.
• Language: English.

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