Custer's Last Battle (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258487607)

Custer's Last Battle is a historical account of the Battle of Little Bighorn, also known as Custer's Last Stand, written by Edward Settle Godfrey. The book provides a detailed narrative of the events leading up to the battle, including General George Custer's decision to divide his forces and attack a large encampment of Sioux and Cheyenne warriors in Montana. Godfrey, a cavalry officer who served under Custer during the battle, provides a firsthand account of the battle and its aftermath. He describes the fierce fighting that took place, the bravery of the soldiers on both sides, and the eventual defeat of Custer's forces. The book also explores the larger historical context of the battle, including the tensions between Native American tribes and the United States government, the role of Manifest Destiny in the expansion of the United States, and the impact of the battle on the American West. Overall, Custer's Last Battle is a comprehensive and insightful account of one of the most significant battles in American history, offering readers a deeper understanding of the events and forces that shaped the American West.Additional Contributor Is W. J. Stillman.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.

Author: Edward Settle Godfrey
ISBN-10: 1258487608
ISBN-13: 9781258487607
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 10/06/2012
Pages: 36
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.49lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d