
The Coward
Set during the American Civil War, Keenan stars as a Virginia colonel and Charles Ray as his weak-willed son. The son is forced, at gunpoint, by his father to enlist in the Confederate army. He is terrified by the war and deserts during a battle. The film focuses on the son's struggle to overcome his cowardice.
Top Billed Cast

Frank Keenan
Col. Jefferson Beverly Winslow

Charles Ray
Frank Winslow

Gertrude Claire
Mrs. Elizabeth Winslow

John Gilbert
A Young Virginian (uncredited)

Patricia Palmer
Amy
Featured Crew
Reginald Barker
Director
Robert Newhard
Director of Photography
Joseph H. August
Director of Photography

Thomas H. Ince
Producer

Thomas H. Ince
Story

Thomas H. Ince
Screenplay