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The Battle of the Little Big Horn

Nov 7, 2024
In June 1876, a fierce clash erupted between the Lakota Sioux, Northern Cheyenne, and Arapaho tribes and the U.S. cavalry, leading to a stunning Native American victory at Little Bighorn. Explore the strategic blunders of Custer and the battle's immediate and long-lasting legacy in American history. Discover the role of territorial disputes fueled by gold discoveries and the significance of the Black Hills in this intricate narrative of cultural conflict and resistance.
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