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Charles K. French

French (born Charles Ekrauss French or Charles E. Krauss; January 17, 1860 – August 2, 1952) was an American film actor, screenwriter and director who appeared in more than 240 films between 1909 and 1945.

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Charles K. French

The Aryan (1916) is an American silent era Western motion picture starring William S. Hart, Gertrude Claire, Charles K. French, Louise Glaum, and Bessie Love.

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Name
Charles K.
Birth Name
Charles Ekrauss French
Born
17 January 1860
Birthplace
Columbus, Ohio, U.S.
Died
2 August 1952
Occupation
Actor, screenwriter, director
Nationality
United States
Languages
English

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French (born Charles Ekrauss French or Charles E. Krauss; January 17, 1860 – August 2, 1952) was an American film actor, screenwriter and director who appeared in more than 240 films between 1909 and 1945.

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