The incoming doctor, “Seward,” portrayed by Robert Francis, steps into a chaotic surgery and an unsupportive command upon arriving at his isolated western military post, a stark contrast to his prior colleague’s habits. Things worsen considerably when he travels into the hills and meets with the local Comanche people who are battling malaria. His suggestion that they relocate to higher ground to avoid mosquitoes only…

A doctor dedicated to helping others (Robert Francis) finds himself in a fort in southwest Oklahoma, where he must navigate the prejudice of an anti-Indian captain (Philip Carey) while tending to Kiowas suffering from malaria. The commander’s flirtatious niece is attracted to him, but his attention seems drawn to Manyi-ten of the Kiowa people (May Wynn). Threateningly, the Comanche are also present. "They Rode Wes…