John Wayne is often celebrated as the quintessential Western star: the rugged cowboy, with a Stetson hat and six-gun, riding across dusty plains. While that image captures much of his legacy, it tells ...

The film’s star-studded debut on Oct. 24, 1960, was the culmination of a three-day celebration that included a river parade, concert, numerous receptions and an outdoor dance featuring a 30-foot Alamo ...