New Mexico

After the Civil War, cavalryman Capt. Hunt tries to strike peace with Acoma, a Native American chief. However, Judge Wilcox and others provoke Acoma, arresting him and shooting his men, prompting revenge from the chief. In the ensuing battles, one of Acoma's sons is killed, enraging him further. Hunt must save Cherry, a dance hall girl caught up in the commotion, and try to find a way to end the bloody conflict with Acoma.