George Armstrong Custer

George Armstrong Custer (December 5, 1839 – June 25, 1876) was an American cavalry commander in the Civil War and the Indian Wars who is best remembered for his defeat and death at the Battle of the Little Bighorn against a coalition of Native American tribes, led by Sitting Bull.

In memoriam

Counties are named in Custer's honor in five states: Colorado, Montana, Nebraska, Oklahoma and South Dakota. Custer County, Idaho, is named for the General Custer mine, which, in turn, was named after General George Armstrong Custer.

Related Topics:
Colorado - Montana - Nebraska - Oklahoma - South Dakota - Custer County, Idaho

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