Feeling responsible for the massacre of a troop of soldiers, former Army scout Charlie Trent (Henry Hull) has become the town drunk. But when Cavalry Captain Pender (John Dehner) sends word to Virginia City that he is in need of a reliable scout for a dangerous misison, Hoss Cartwright recommends Charlie, determined to rehabilitate the pathetic derelict. The strong supporting cast includeds Peter Whitney as Lewt Custer and Harry Carey Jr. as Corporal Burton. Written by Robert E. Thompson, "The Mission" first aired September 17, 1960. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi