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452. Custer's Last Stand: The Battle of the Little Bighorn (Part 7)

The Rest Is History

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Custer's Legacy: Myths and Realities

This chapter examines the life of Frederick Whittaker and his role in shaping the narrative of General Custer following the Battle of Little Bighorn. It explores the transformation of Custer's image from a political figure to a folk hero, while questioning the truths behind the battle and its representation in history and culture.

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