Fort Apache (1948) is a classic Western film set in the American southwest during the late 19th century. At a remote outpost, Fort Apache, commanded by the seasoned but compassionate Captain Kirby York. The arrival of a new, ambitious commanding officer, Lieutenant Colonel Owen Thursday, brings tension as he clashes with York over military strategy and treatment of the Native American population. As Thursday’s rigid adherence to outdated tactics leads to disastrous consequences in a clash with the Apache, the film explores themes of honor, duty, and the complexities of frontier life.

Fort Apache features stunning the stunning landscapes of Monument Valley and was the first of John Ford’s famous cavalry trilogy. Starring John Wayne, Henry Fonda, Shirley Temple, Pedro Armendariz, Ward Bond and Victor McLaglen. Directed by John Ford.