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A braggart soldier learns the true meaning of heroism when he joins World War I's all-Irish unit.
In 1917, at Camp Mills, New York, Major "Wild Bill" Donovan swears in the new recruits of the fighting 69th New York regiment, among whom is Jerry Plunkett, an arrogant braggart who refuses to follow orders.
- William Keighley, Frank Heath
- James Cagney
The Fighting 69th: Directed by William Keighley. With James Cagney, Pat O'Brien, George Brent, Jeffrey Lynn. Although loudmouthed braggart Jerry Plunkett alienates his comrades and officers, Father Duffy, the regimental chaplain, has faith that he'll prove himself in the end.
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- William Keighley
- 1940-01-27
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The Fighting 69th is a 1940 American war film starring James Cagney, Pat O'Brien, and George Brent. The plot is based upon the actual exploits of New York City 's 69th Infantry Regiment during World War I .