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The Last Outpost (1951)

“They lived hard ... they fought hard ... they loved hard ... and they died hard !”

  • NR
  • 89 min
  • Western
  • imdb logo 5.9/10 (636 votes)

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Plot

In the heart of the American Civil War, we find ourselves amidst the fermenting tensions of the Arizona territory. Two brothers, Vance Britten (Ronald Reagan), a Confederate officer, and Jeb Britten (Bruce Bennett), a Union cavalry officer, stand on opposite sides of the battlefield. Vance, with his Texas unit, is tasked with thwarting the Union army's gold supplies, while Jeb is charged with ensuring the precious shipment's safe passage. The brothers, despite their shared blood, are at odds due to their contrasting allegiances. It's a delicate dance of duty and fraternity, set against the backdrop of a nation divided. However, the political landscape further complicates when Union supporters attempt to manipulate the fierce Apache tribe into joining their cause against the Southerners. Recognizing a looming catastrophe, Vance intervenes. He understands that the Apaches' involvement would escalate the conflict, endangering everyone in the territory, not just the warring factions. With great persuasion, he convinces the Apaches to remain neutral. But peace is short-lived. A rogue act of violence claims the life of the Apache chief, igniting a fierce uprising. This unexpected turn of events forces the Britten brothers to put aside their differences. Faced with a common enemy, the Confederate and Union units band together, bound by the need to survive. The Last Outpost is a tale of duty, rivalry, and the unyielding bond of brotherhood, set ablaze in the crucible of war and strife.

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The Last Outpost is a western movie featuring Bruce Bennett.

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