Heier, Vincent A.
Little Bighorn (Postcard History)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780738570075
- author:
- Heier, Vincent A.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Arcadia Publishing (SC)
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 16.4 x 1 cm
- Genre:
- United States / State & Local / West (Ak, CA, Co, Hi, Id, Mt, Nv, Ut, WY) Travel
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
The Battle of Little Bighorn: A Contested Event in American History The Battle of Little Bighorn, fought on June 25-26, 1876, is a pivotal yet contentious episode in the history of the United States. While its military significance may be relatively minor, the event has had a profound impact on the nation's collective consciousness. Initially perceived as a heroic sacrifice by Lt. Col. George Armstrong Custer and the 7th Cavalry against the combined forces of the Lakota and Cheyenne, the battle has since been reinterpreted as another tragic chapter in the treatment of American Indians. Today, the battlefield in southeastern Montana remains a popular destination for tourists and scholars alike. This book provides a detailed examination of the Battle of Little Bighorn, shedding light on the complex historical context surrounding this pivotal event.