Combat! S01E02 - Rear Echelon Commandos

Combat! (1962)
S01E02 Rear Echelon Commandos
Episode Overview
Amidst the chaos of the battlefield, the squad welcomes three fresh recruits who have just arrived from their cushy assignments in England. Gainsborough is a nervous, plump cook; Temple, a timid former ballet dancer; and Crown, a brash radio announcer whose bravado hides his apprehension. Despite his reservations, Saunders leads these unlikely allies on a perilous reconnaissance mission, ultimately realizing that their unique quirks and resourcefulness may be crucial for his survival in the field.