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The Drummer of the 8th (1913)

★ 5.8/10 28 min History, War, Drama United States English
Director: Jay Hunt
Streaming: Not available

Description

When the Civil War begins, young Billy runs away from home to enlist in the Northern Army as a drummer; he's wounded in battle and taken prisoner. He manages to escape and deliver an important message to his commanding officer, but loses his life in the process. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2007.

Top Cast

Cyril Gardner
Cyril Gardner Billy Durand - the Drummer
Mildred Harris
Mildred Harris Mildred Brown
Frank Borzage
Frank Borzage Jack Durand

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