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The Drummer of the 8th (1913)

The Drummer of the 8th (1913)

Drama History War
Release Date: 1913, May 28
Directors: Jay Hunt
Countries: United States of America
Production: Broncho Film Company
Cast: Mildred Harris

Overview:

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.