Treason (1917)

Movie"A Tremendous War-Time Adventure"
Treason
The enemy's success in smuggling a spy through the lines places the Stratiria armies in a dangerous position. The spy is intercepted and killed by Pettrus Baariot, the telegraph operator, who then succeeds in sending a message that saves the Stratiria forces from defeat. For his heroism, Pettrus is promised a promotion, but after his recovery from his severe wounds, he is humiliated through the treachery of Danick Rysson, a government official who desires to marry Floria Natarre, Pettrus' beloved. Bitter, Pettrus listens to the overtures of one of the enemy and steals the new telegraph code.
WriterRobert Lee Weigert

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:May 14th, 1917
Original Language:English
Production Companies:Universal Film Manufacturing Company, Bluebird Photoplays