Reconstruction and Native American Relations

This chapter explores the aftermath of the Civil War, focusing on the evolving role of American generals in commanding foreign troops and their complicated relationship with Native American tribes. It examines historical figures like General Custer, their military strategies, and the stark contrasts between promises made in treaties and the reality experienced by Native American populations. Additionally, it reflects on the cultural disconnect and differing perceptions of land and warfare that characterized interactions between settlers and indigenous peoples during this turbulent period.