A Loyal Deserter
Synopsis
Paul Worthington, a Federal private, receives a letter from their family physician apprising him of the dangerous illness of his mother. He takes the letter to the commanding officer with a request for a "leave of absence," but Col. Colfax refuses emphatically. Paul determines to visit his mother at any cost, however, realizing the gravity of his offense at the time of war. He leaves the camp, does his filial duty, and while at home General Buchner and his aides from the Confederate side use the lower part of the house for a consultation as it is in the war zone. Paul manages to overhear an important plan to trap General Grant. He memorizes, gets through the lines, warns the great Commander in time, and is pardoned for his loyal desertion.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1913
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
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- Original Title
- A Loyal Deserter
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 16m
- Production Studios
- Selig Polyscope Company
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is A Loyal Deserter about?
Paul Worthington, a Federal private, receives a letter from their family physician apprising him of the dangerous illness of his mother. He takes the letter to the commanding officer with a request for a "leave of absence," but Col. Colfax refuses emphatically. Paul determines to visit his mother at any cost, however, realizing the gravity of his offense at the time of war. He leaves the camp, does his filial duty, and while at home General Buchner and his aides from the Confederate side use the lower part of the house for a consultation as it is in the war zone. Paul manages to overhear an important plan to trap General Grant. He memorizes, gets through the lines, warns the great Commander in time, and is pardoned for his loyal desertion.
Who directed A Loyal Deserter?
A Loyal Deserter was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in A Loyal Deserter?
The principal cast of A Loyal Deserter includes Jack Nelson, Lafe McKee.
When was A Loyal Deserter released and how long is it?
A Loyal Deserter was released in 1913 with a total runtime of 16m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Loyal Deserter?
A Loyal Deserter holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).