George Armstrong Custer (December 5, 1839 – June 25, 1876) was a United States Army officer and cavalry commander in the American Civil War [1] and the American Indian Wars. [2] Custer …

Dec 1, 2025 · George Armstrong Custer, U.S. cavalry officer who distinguished himself in the Civil War but led his men to death in the Battle of the Little Bighorn. His image changed over the years. He is …

Apr 2, 2014 · George Custer was an American cavalry commander who in 1876 led 210 men to their deaths at the Battle of Little Bighorn.

Nov 9, 2009 · George Armstrong Custer was a U.S. military officer and commander who rose to fame as a young officer during the American Civil War. He gained further fame for his post-war exploits against...

Mar 10, 2025 · Custer’s image became deeply embedded in American folklore through dime novels, paintings, and Wild West shows. His golden-haired, fearless persona symbolized frontier bravery.

George Armstrong Custer rode a meteoric rise to fame during the Civil War. Fighting in many battles, Custer took command of a cavalry division during the 1864 Shenandoah Valley campaign. He …

Oct 21, 2024 · Custer is best known for "Custer's Last Stand" at the Battle of the Little Bighorn in June 1876, when he, and his whole command, were wiped out by Cheyenne, Arapaho, and Sioux warriors.

Dec 5, 2014 · George Armstrong Custer (1839-1876) became famous for his starring role in the disastrous Battle of the Little Bighorn—falsely ennobled as "Custer's Last Stand"—but the military …

During his court-martial in October of 1867, he was found guilty on all charges and sentenced with suspension of rank and pay for one year. While Custer was still completing his sentence, new plans …

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