Trama

A dramatization of the true story of four men of the North West Mounted Police who, in 1910, set out on a patrol from Fort McPherson in Canada's Nortwest Territories to Dawson City, Yukon, 500 miles away - and who never reached their destination. In the history and legend of the Canadian North, the ill-fated party led by Inspector Francis Fitzgerald (George R. Robertson) became known as "The Lost Patrol''. Produced and directed by Peter Kelly, from a script George R. Robertson, with narration by Leslie Nielsen.—Les Adams <longhorn1939@suddenlink.net>

Man's insatiable quest for glory leads to tragedy. The amazing story of the Dawson Patrol tells of the story of a four man attempt to break a 500 mile speed record. It turns out to be trek through hell. The results are fatal - fear, horror and lingering death. The truth is revealed in this devastating full length feature film.—Worldwide Entertainment Corporation UK Home Video Sleeve Notes

The true story of four men who pitted themselves against the far north - and lost. Producer/Director Kelly went on location to Canada's Northwest Territories to capture the authenticity of the Dawson Patrol's dramatic struggle. The gripping story follows four Northwest Mounted Police who in 1910 set out by dog-sled to break a record for speed on a 500-mile trek between two outposts. From the patrol's lighthearted farewell at Fort McPherson to the fatal vigil of the last survivor, Kelly's documentary-drama grips one in the thrall that only a well-told - and true - tale can invoke.—Video Classics Australian Home Video Sleeve Notes