In the desert, something out of the ordinary for the Patrol is happening. An archaeologist out of time and Ardeth Bey help solve the problem Capt. Deitrich is about to unfold.

After a devestating attack by the Rat Patrol, a young SS-Sergeant tries to cope with the loss whilst following the advice of his dying commander in order to make the right decision when the Rat Patrol come in to take him prisoner.