One of the marching troopers takes note of the photographer. A group of US troops in the area is alerted about the advancing Axis column. A group of Americans is alerted via field telephone of an advancing German element in their area. The driver waits back at the Jeeps and wonders about the nature of the communication. A GI takes a much-needed map before the unit jumps back into action.
Troops begin packing up and preparing to move out.
The German column pauses for an afternoon break. Some rest while others take the opportunity to lay mines. They are unaware they are being stalked by nearby enemy units. Wehrmacht and SS troopers prepare to refill the Kettenkraftrad's tanks. The US troops intercept the German column and open fire with surprise.