John Wayne, the actor who stars as John Elder in The Sons of Katie Elder, is born.
The Western film The Sons of Katie Elder premieres in theaters.
John Wayne passes away, marking the end of an era for classic Western film stars.
Katie Elder, the matriarch of the Elder family, passes away, leaving her four sons separated and lives disrupted.
The four Elder brothers—John, Tom, Bud, and Matt—return to their hometown of Clearwater for Katie’s funeral and to reclaim their family legacy.
The Elder brothers discover their family ranch has been illegally taken over by Morgan Hastings and his associates, leading to mounting tensions.
John investigates the mysterious murder of their father, uncovering clues that point toward Hastings’ involvement.
Sheriff Curly and Morgan Hastings escalate conflict over control and law enforcement in Clearwater.
The Elder brothers challenge Hastings’ men in a high-stakes horse race, asserting their rights and reclaiming local respect.
A decisive gunfight ensues between the Elder brothers and Hastings, leading to Hastings’ defeat and restoration of peace.
The Elders secure their family ranch and reputation in Clearwater, fulfilling Katie's legacy before moving on with their lives.
