The Nazis are using their scientists to solve a myriad of problems with their super-weapon campaign. SS units are travelling around the world, investigating legends and ancient sites. Himmler believes the answers that he needs are to be found in the distant past.Meanwhile, the Special Operations Executive faces rivalries that prevent them from getting some of the equipment that they need. Vera Atkins has events unfolding in France that require some of her agents to abandon their mission. The French Resistance is low on experience and supplies. The outlook appears bleak for this occupied country.Trooper Babcock is still in military prison, but that may soon change due to further developments on the battlefields throughout Europe. The Belgian SAS are short on manpower, and Trooper Babcock has a lot of experience that could be of use. Can he regain his strength to fight? Can he shift his focus from his MIA father? Will Sergeant Mitchell have enough time to get his men ready for a winter mission?