The Beckius family is living near the border to Russia. The youngest son, Armas, is living a wild life that eventually leads to a break with the family after which he joins the Russian Revolution. When he returns to his home country a few years later the family on the enemy's side.
Madame Beckius
Vilhelm Beckius
Armas Beckius
Marja
Minka
Nikku
The Captain
