Tuesday, 28 May 2013

Released 100 Years Ago Today – 28 May 1913

The Drummer of the 8th (1913)


Starring: Cyril Gardner, Mildred Harris, Frank Borzage
Produced and Directed: Thomas Ince
Broncho Motion Picture Company
Time: 28min.


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.

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