The story of a family of Quakers in Indiana in 1862. Their religious sect is strongly opposed to violence and war. It's not easy for them to meet the rules of their religion in everyday life but when Southern troops pass the area they are in real trouble. Should they fight, despite their peaceful attitude?

Jess Birdwell

Eliza Birdwell

Josh Birdwell

Little Jess Birdwell

Sam Jordan

Mattie Birdwell

Gardner 'Gard' Jordan

Professor Quigley

Purdy

Enoch

Major Harvey

Caleb Cope

Opal Hudspeth

The Widow Hudspeth

Soldier (uncredited)

Youthful Soldier at Shooting Gallery (uncredited)

Clem - Looter (uncredited)

Methodist Minister (uncredited)
October 30, 1956

Jess Birdwell

Eliza Birdwell

Josh Birdwell

Little Jess Birdwell

Sam Jordan

Mattie Birdwell

Gardner 'Gard' Jordan

Professor Quigley

Purdy

Enoch

Major Harvey

Caleb Cope

Opal Hudspeth

The Widow Hudspeth

Soldier (uncredited)

Youthful Soldier at Shooting Gallery (uncredited)

Clem - Looter (uncredited)

Methodist Minister (uncredited)
