by Hal Erickson
synopsis
Jeff Morrow guest-stars as legendary Apache chief Cochise, who despite his avowed peaceful stance has sworn vengeance against Cavalry captain Moss Johnson (DeForrest Kelley). While Johnson takes refuge at the Ponderosa, Ben Cartwright, surrounded by a batallion of Cochise's deadliest warriors, is determined to learn the true story behind the Apache leader's vendetta. Fueling the crisis is a seriously injured Adam, and Johnson's ever-increasing hysteria. Written by Elliot Arnold, "The Honor of Cochise" first aired October 8, 1961.
