The Drummer Of The 8th
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.
Stars
Cyril Gardner, Mildred Harris, Frank Borzage
Runtime
28 minutes
Release Date
May 28, 1913
Rating
5.8/10 (4 votes)