Sharpe Sharpe's Eagle

In 1809, Sir Arthur Wellesley orders Lieutenant Richard Sharpe and his band of "chosen men" to accompany a new officer, Sir Henry Simmerson, on a mission to destroy a vital French-controlled bridge. Sharpe trains the regiment to improve their shooting skills, but faces opposition from Simmerson, who despises him for his low birth. When Simmerson orders a reckless attack that leads to the loss of colours and the death of Major Lennox, Sharpe comes to rescue, captures a French Imperial Eagle, and earns promotion to captain.