Two airheads end up in army reserve unit, but unfortunately for them the conflict in Chad has just broke out and they are sent into the desert as part of the auxiliary support for the army.

American offensive in Northern Africa is halted by two German naval guns hidden inside a cave capable to cover the large area with their deadly fire. Special operation aims to destroy them, but Afrika Korps is guarding the area well.

Lieutenant Goodbody is put in charge of a platoon despite the fact that he lacks skills, charisma or even good judgement to be an officer.