ASA 🎥📽🎬 The Horse Soldiers (1959) a film directed by John Ford with John Wayne, William Holden, Constance Towers, Althea Gibson, Hoot Gibson

The Horse Soldiers (1959) Synopsis A Union Cavalry outfit is sent behind confederate lines in strength to destroy a rail/supply centre. Along with them is sent a doctor who causes instant antipathy between him and the commander. The secret plan for the mission is overheard by a southern belle who must be taken along to assure her silence. The Union officers each have different reasons for wanting to be on the mission. Rankings Position #25 Best Westerns in the history of film #37 Best War Movies/War Film #53 Best Adventure Movies Awards 1959: Directors Guild of America (DGA): Nominated for Best Director