
General Custer
George Armstrong Custer was a U.S. Army officer in the 19th century known for his roles in the Indian Wars and the Civil War. He gained fame for his bravery and leadership but is most famous for his defeat at the Battle of Little Bighorn in 1876, where his forces were overwhelmed by Native American tribes led by Sitting Bull. Custer's aggressive tactics and controversial decisions contributed to his notoriety. His legacy remains complex, symbolizing both daring military service and a tragic defeat that marked a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflicts between Native Americans and U.S. expansion.