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Custer's Last Stand (S24E02)

S24E02

This documentary explores the life of Gen. George Armstrong Custer, known as "the boy general" for his daring actions during the Civil War. Custer met his end alongside numerous soldiers from the 7th Cavalry during a fierce clash with the Cheyenne and Lakota at the Little Bighorn River in Montana Territory. It highlights his controversial years at West Point, where his rebellious spirit earned him infamy, delves into his bond with his wife, Libbie, and recounts the year-long suspension that interrupted his military career, culminating in the tragic campaign against the Cheyenne that ultimately led to his demise.

Show American Experience
Episode S24E02
Air Date Jan 17, 2012