June 13, 1944. Ramelle, France. Captain Miller and his Rangers learn that Private Ryan is defending an important bridge in the village of Ramelle. Ryan refuses to leave his post, despite Miller's orders to leave with them. Finally, Miller decides to stay in Ramelle with his men to help in the defense of the bridge held by the paratroopers, the German troops being about to arrive and threatening to take back this strategic objective. Preparing for the arrival of the German troops composed of elements of Panzer SS, the American soldiers begin a fierce fight to defend the bridge ...