Paths of Glory 1957
After refusing to attack an enemy position, a general accuses the soldiers of cowardice and their commanding officer must defend them.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3t5xT2_8EZ4
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After refusing to attack an enemy position, a general accuses the soldiers of cowardice and their commanding officer must defend them.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3t5xT2_8EZ4
Source: youtube.com
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