Custer's Indian Battles

Custer's Indian Battles is a book written by Charles Francis Bates that provides a detailed account of the battles fought by General George Armstrong Custer against various Native American tribes in the late 1800s. The book begins with a brief overview of Custer's military career and then delves into the specific battles that he fought, including the Battle of the Washita, the Battle of Little Bighorn, and the Battle of the Rosebud. Bates uses primary sources, such as letters and diaries, to provide a firsthand account of the events that took place during these battles. He also analyzes the strategies and tactics used by both Custer and the Native American tribes, offering insight into the military tactics of the time. In addition to the battles themselves, the book also explores the political and social context in which they occurred, including the tensions between white settlers and Native Americans, the impact of westward expansion, and the role of the military in enforcing government policies. Overall, Custer's Indian Battles is a comprehensive and informative account of a pivotal period 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.