General Douglas

Learn about General Douglas Hill in Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3. Discover his personality, history, and role in the Commander's Challenges. Get tips for facing him!

Hey there, Commander! So, you're diving into Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 and wondering about this General Douglas Hill character? He's a bit of a fiery old-school veteran who pops up in the Commander's Challenges. Think of him as a tough-love instructor who's convinced he knows best, and he's not afraid to tell you all about it – often with a healthy dose of insults thrown your way, whether you're an ally or an enemy! Who is Douglas Hill? Douglas Hill is an American soldier, a hero from past wars who decided to come out of retirement. Why? To whip the next generation of Allied Peacekeepers into shape and help set some strict policies after the fighting stops. Some folks might think he's past his prime, but anyone who's seen his tank platoons roll out knows he's still got it. He's definitely got a strong opinion on how wars should be fought, and he really doesn't like the Soviets or the Japanese. His Role in the Game You won't find Hill in the main campaign, but he's a recurring opponent in the Commander's Challenges. He's actually the first commander you'll face in these challenges, kicking things off in the mission "Dead Meat." He'll likely greet you with a bit of condescension, thinking you're just a rookie needing some lessons in defeat. Facing Off Against Hill Hill throws a few different challenges at you: * "Dead Meat": He'll start by saying you're a trainee who needs pointers. Get ready for a lesson in defeat! * "High Water Mark": He's invaded Shinzo Nagama's island and believes war is about who's left standing. Don't be surprised if he complains about needing more tanks after you beat him. * "Crate and Red Barrel": This one's a bit cheeky. He'll tell you the red barrels are full of candy and encourage you to open them. Be careful, though; he might be lying! * "Future Warfare": Here, he teams up with Giles Price and Lydia Winters. Even together, they can't stop you. Hill might admit you've proven yourself, but you'll likely still need to destroy his base completely. * "Are You Experienced": He'll warn you to treat your veteran units well, claiming his are the best. After you defeat him, he'll tell you to wipe that smirk off your face, "Private." * "No Match for the Guardian": He's confident in his tanks, boasting he wrote the book on tank tactics. You know how this usually goes – he gets crushed, but might admit you have a future. * "Be Quick Or Be Dead": In a three-on-one assault with Oleg and Takara against the Future Tech Commander, he'll gloat about the pressure. He ends up defeated and shouting, "You cocky little bastard." The Bottom Line General Douglas Hill keeps showing up, and he keeps losing. Despite his bravado and his insults, he just can't seem to take down the Commander. It seems like after countless defeats, this old tank commander might have finally hung up his helmet for good. Behind the Scenes Fun fact: The character of Douglas Hill is voiced by the legendary professional wrestler, Ric Flair! Even though Flair himself thought Hill would win every challenge, the character consistently ends up on the losing side in the game. Keep an eye out for him in the challenges – he's a memorable opponent, even if he is always on the receiving end of a defeat!