- “Death count: 47 [Aargh!] 48”
- ―American Colonel
The American Colonel was an unnamed character in the Stolz der Nation film, who served as the commander of the American command that attacked the Sicilian fortified city.
Biography
He was born in USA. He joined the US army and rose to the rank of colonel.
History
Stolz der Nation
He participated in the Allied invasion of Sicily and commanded an attack against a fortified city. His operation was a failure, as Frederick Zoller was able to kill 250 of his men, forcing him to leave the town.
Memorable quotes
- Sarge, that tower is one of the oldest and most treasured of all the historically important structures still standing in Italy. And I'm not gonna be the son of a bitch responsible for... turning 1000 years... of history into DUST! The tower STANDS!
Behind the scenes
He was played by Bo Svenson.
Svenson played Lt. Robert Yeager in the original The Inglorious Basterds.