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The Last Stand

Custer, Sitting Bull, and the Battle of the Little Bighorn
Summary:

The book delves into the events leading up to and including the infamous 1876 Battle of the Little Bighorn, where General George Armstrong Custer's 7th Cavalry was defeated by Native American forces led by Sitting Bull. It provides a detailed account of the clash from both military and Native American perspectives, exploring the personalities, strategies, and historical context of this pivotal moment in American history.

Key points:

1. Miscommunication and Misjudgment: The book shows how misjudgments and poor communication led to disaster in the Battle of the Little Bighorn.

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