Major Hogan, Richard Sharpe, and the South Essex Regiment embark on a perilous mission to destroy a crucial bridge behind enemy lines ahead of the Battle of Talavera. However, their commander, Sir Henry Simmerson, proves to be a self-important and incompetent leader, causing tension with Sharpe and other junior officers. The situation worsens when the French launch a surprise attack at the bridge.
Sharpe
A seasoned Major Sharpe and his team, led by General Wellesley, embark on a treacherous mission to destroy a vital bridge amidst escalating tensions and internal conflicts within the South Essex Regiment.