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Custer, George A. (George Armstrong)
1839
1876
Custer, George Armstrong
Nomad
Son of the Morning Star
Custer, General (George Armstrong)
Custer, G. A. (George Armstrong)
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My life on the plains : $b or, personal experiences with Indians
$aNew York :$bSheldon and Company, $c1874.
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"My Life on the Plains: or, Personal Experiences with Indians" by George A. Custer is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book recounts Custer's personal experiences and observations while navigating the American Plains and interacting with Native American tribes. It aims to provide insights into the geography, wildlife, and the challenges posed by both the land and its inhabitants, ultimately reflecting on the complex relationship between settlers and the Indigenous peoples. At the start of the narrative, Custer lays the groundwork for his experiences by describing the geography of the Great Plains, dispelling myths surrounding its barrenness. He contrasts common perceptions with the actual richness of the land and its varied wildlife, including the buffalo. He also touches on the impact of Indian tribes on frontier settlements while acknowledging their complex cultural identity. Custer's observations blend personal anecdotes with larger reflections on the land and its peoples, setting the stage for more detailed accounts of his military endeavors and encounters with Native Americans throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/GR_961/page/n7/mode/2up and https://archive.org/details/mylifeonplainsor00cust/page/n9/mode/2up
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Generals -- United States -- Biography
United States. Army -- Military life
Custer, George A. (George Armstrong), 1839-1876
Indians of North America -- Wars -- 1866-1895 -- Personal narratives
Great Plains -- Description and travel
United States. Army. Cavalry, 7th
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