During filming of this episode, an accident happened in which the jeep carrying Christopher George, Gary Raymond, and Justin Tarr overturned, causing multiple injuries. Christopher George suffered a heart contusion, concussion, and hair-line fracture of the vertebra. Gary Raymond, who was at the rear with the mounted machine gun, was able to jump as the jeep started to roll, but suffered a broken ankle. Justin Tarr, who was driving, came out with only a minor injury to his arm.
The character of Colonel Centis marks the first appearance of an Italian soldier in the series.