The Last Ridge

During World War II, the U.S. Army?s 10th Mountain Division embarked on a true 'mission impossible', giving new meaning to the phrase 'uphill battle'. This compelling documentary recounts their remarkable history as a legendary alpine fighting force. Although 10th soldiers were superstars, they quickly learned that winter, mountains and the invincible German Army were a deadly combination. The 10th Mountain Division?s claim to fame begins with the Germans entrenched in Italy's heavily fortified mountaintops, blocking the Allied advance. After losing 15,000 soldiers attempting to capture this critical high ground, U.S. Army brass called up the 10th Mountain Division, and the rest is history. The 10th Mountain turned the tide for the Allies in Italy, revolutionized winter mountain warfare, and inspired a new generation of soldiers.