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First telecast December 26, 1992, this second part of the previous week's episode begins with a recap of part one, filling in the viewer as to why Picard has resigned his command and left the Enterprise in the hands of the callous and stubborn Captain Edward Jellico (Ronny Cox). While infiltrating a Cardassian outpost, Picard is captured and subjected to unspeakable tortures by sadistic interrogator Gul Madred (David Warner). Meanwhile, Jellico, having succeeded in alienating the rest of the Enterprise crew, grimly embarks upon a first strike against the Cardassians, which could very well result in a total and devastating war. As if to make the worst of a bad situation, Jellico steadfastly refuses to attempt a rescue of Picard, who may not be able to get out of this crisis in one piece. Written by Frank Abatemarco, part two of "Chain of Command" was directed by Les Landau, taking over from part one's Robert Scheerer.