The film "Battle Cry" tells the story of US Marines in training, combat, and love during World War II. The narrative centers on Major Sam Huxley (Van Heflin), who guides raw recruits from their training to combat. Danny Forrester (Tab Hunter), a young athlete, joins the Marines and falls in love with Kathy (Mona Freeman). Andy Hookens (Aldo Ray) and Pat Rogers (Nancy Olson) also navigate romance amidst the turmoil of war, while Marion Hotchkiss (John Lupton) finds love with Rae.