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446. Custer vs. Crazy Horse: Civil War (Part 1)
The Rest Is History
Exploring the Contrasting Identities and Influences on Custer's Early Life
Custer's early life was marked by contrasting influences and identities. He was depicted as a dash in Cavalier, embodying the spirit of Knights and Cavaliers in American folklore, despite fighting for the Union during the Civil War. His father, a Jacksonian Democrat and blacksmith, instilled in him values of small government and patriotism, setting him apart from evangelical Christians and Methodists. The familial influence also extended to his father's disapproval of theater and emphasis on spiritual matters. Custer's nickname 'Orty' stemmed from a childhood mispronunciation, and his initial attempt at being a furniture maker failed, leading him to his eventual meeting with his wife in Monroe, Michigan.
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