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George Armstrong Custer (1917)

George Armstrong Custer (1917)

Dellenbaugh, Frederick S.

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Military Biographies19th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1163969729
ISBN13: 9781163969724
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 218
Weight: 0.66
Height: 0.46 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
George Armstrong Custer (1917) is a biography of one of the most controversial figures in American history. Written by Frederick S. Dellenbaugh, this book provides a comprehensive account of the life and career of General George Armstrong Custer, who is best known for his role in the Battle of Little Bighorn.The book begins with Custer's childhood and education, and follows his military career through the Civil War and the Indian Wars. Dellenbaugh examines Custer's leadership style, his relationships with his troops, and his strategies on the battlefield.The author also delves into the controversies surrounding Custer's personal life, including his marriage to Elizabeth Bacon and his alleged affair with a Cheyenne woman named Monahsetah. Dellenbaugh explores the impact of these scandals on Custer's reputation and legacy.Throughout the book, Dellenbaugh provides a balanced and nuanced portrayal of Custer, neither demonizing him nor whitewashing his flaws. He also offers insights into the broader historical context of Custer's life and times, including the conflicts between Native Americans and white settlers, and the changing nature of warfare in the late 19th century.Overall, George Armstrong Custer (1917) is a well-researched and engaging biography that sheds light on one of the most fascinating and controversial figures in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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