The Drummer of the 8th (1913)

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28 min - Short | War | Drama - 28 May 1913 (USA)

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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... See full summary »

Director:

Thomas H. Ince

Stars:

Cyril Gardner, Mildred Harris and Frank Borzage

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	Cyril Gardner	...	Billy Durand - the Drummer (as Cyril Gottlieb)
	Mildred Harris	...	Mildred Brown
	Frank Borzage	...	Jack Durand

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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. Written by Peter W. Many, Jr.

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