The Devil's Brigade (1968)
Cliff Robertson: Maj. Alan Crown
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Maj. Alan Crown : [after the Canadians finished singing a mocking version of 'Yankee Doodle'] Corporal Peacock, your stripes are not a licence to behave like an ass. There will be no more insulting or derogatory remarks about the Yanks, is that clear?
Cpl. Wilfrid Peacock : Yes, sir.
Cpl. Wilfrid Peacock : [addressing the Canadians] There will be no more insulting or derogatory remarks about the Yanks.
Pvt. Hugh MacDonald : Oh, would ordinary insults be acceptable, sir?
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[Upon meeting the rowdy, unkempt American troops for the first time]
Maj. Alan Crown : God save the King.
Capt. Rose : God save us all.
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Maj. Alan Crown : ...The most memorable compliment came from their commandin' officer; and he referred to us as Der Teufel Brigade'... Members of The Devil's Brigade.
[Toasting Col. Frederick]
Maj. Alan Crown : Long life to the Devil!
[the Brigade cheers their Colonel]