A Terrible Glory: Custer and the Little Bighorn - the Last Great Battle of the American West
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In June of 1876, on a desolate hill above a winding river called "the Little Bighorn," George Armstrong Custer and all 210 men under his direct command were annihilated by almost 2,000 Sioux and Cheyenne. The news of this devastating loss caused a public uproar, and those in positions of power promptly began to point fingers in order to avoid responsibility. Custer, who was conveniently dead, took the brunt of the blame.
The truth, however, was far more complex. A TERRIBLE GLORY is the first book to relate the entire story of this endlessly fascinating battle, and the first to call upon all the significant research and findings of the past twenty-five years--which have changed significantly how this controversial event is perceived. Furthermore, it is the first book to bring to light the details of the U.S. Army cover-up--and unravel one of the greatest mysteries in U.S. military history.
Scrupulously researched, A TERRIBLE GLORY will stand as ta landmark work. Brimming with authentic detail and an unforgettable cast of characters--from Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse to Ulysses Grant and Custer himself--this is history with the sweep of a great novel.
In June of 1876, on a desolate hill above a winding river called "the Little Bighorn," George Armstrong Custer and all 210 men under his direct command were annihilated by almost 2,000 Sioux and Cheyenne. The news of this devastating loss caused a public uproar, and those in positions of power promptly began to point fingers in order to avoid responsibility. Custer, who was conveniently dead, took the brunt of the blame.
The truth, however, was far more complex. A TERRIBLE GLORY is the first book to relate the entire story of this endlessly fascinating battle, and the first to call upon all the significant research and findings of the past twenty-five years--which have changed significantly how this controversial event is perceived. Furthermore, it is the first book to bring to light the details of the U.S. Army cover-up--and unravel one of the greatest mysteries in U.S. military history.
Scrupulously researched, A TERRIBLE GLORY will stand as ta landmark work. Brimming with authentic detail and an unforgettable cast of characters--from Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse to Ulysses Grant and Custer himself--this is history with the sweep of a great novel.
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Rating: - A Terrible Glory: Custer and the Little Bighorn - the Last Great Battle of the American West
This was a fascinating read.I have since gone to some of the references used in this book in an effort to find out more information.The author did an outstanding job with this book and I would highly recommend it to anyone interested in this historical event and the events surrounding the times.
Having visited this battle site the book brought the battle and the country it covered in to a much better perspective.
Rating: - Gripping and detailed. Glad it's on Kindle!
Gripping and detailed. So pleased to see it on the Kindle for download. I'm enjoying the vista the author provides into that distant time and place. It also seems to me that this is NOT a 'bash Custer' book (this is good) and simply provides a dispassionate insight into all the major players and trends of that era. I'm fascinated by Custer even though I understand he had flaws, and I want to be able to read a book about him without throwing it at the wall because someone has twisted history to advance ... Read More
Rating: - Custer and the Little Bighorn: A Well Detailed Book
This is a rich book on "The last great battle of the American West." The volume takes us to the beginning of the three-pronged campaign (which dwindled to a two-pronged campaign with the withdrawal of George Crook's column!) and follows through the aftereffects of Custer's defeat.
The detail in this book is terrific. We get a good picture of key actors--from Marcus Reno to Frederick Benteen to George Armstrong Custer himself. The book provides a sense of other commanders in the campaign against ... Read More
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- Terrible Glory Review
An excellant book on the subject of the battle of the Little Bighorn.The author provides a complete look at all the aspects of the battle including what led up to it, how it took place, and what happened after.One could read this book and have a very thorough understanding of the battle.However, as the history of the battle is endlessly complex and full of countless unanswered questions, the author's best guess at some situations may not jive with the guesses of others.That is to be expected, of course, ... Read More
- Great ServiceThe book is excellent in condition and content. It was all that it was promised to be. I recommend this seller and this product.
- A Terrible Glory: Custer and the Little Bighorn - the Last Great Battle of the American WestThis was a fascinating read.I have since gone to some of the references used in this book in an effort to find out more information.The author did an outstanding job with this book and I would highly recommend it to anyone interested in this historical event and the events surrounding the times.
Having visited this battle site the book brought the battle and the country it covered in to a much better perspective.
- Gripping and detailed. Glad it's on Kindle!Gripping and detailed. So pleased to see it on the Kindle for download. I'm enjoying the vista the author provides into that distant time and place. It also seems to me that this is NOT a 'bash Custer' book (this is good) and simply provides a dispassionate insight into all the major players and trends of that era. I'm fascinated by Custer even though I understand he had flaws, and I want to be able to read a book about him without throwing it at the wall because someone has twisted history to advance ... Read More
- Custer and the Little Bighorn: A Well Detailed BookThis is a rich book on "The last great battle of the American West." The volume takes us to the beginning of the three-pronged campaign (which dwindled to a two-pronged campaign with the withdrawal of George Crook's column!) and follows through the aftereffects of Custer's defeat.
The detail in this book is terrific. We get a good picture of key actors--from Marcus Reno to Frederick Benteen to George Armstrong Custer himself. The book provides a sense of other commanders in the campaign against ... Read More
- Terrible Glory ReviewAn excellant book on the subject of the battle of the Little Bighorn.The author provides a complete look at all the aspects of the battle including what led up to it, how it took place, and what happened after.One could read this book and have a very thorough understanding of the battle.However, as the history of the battle is endlessly complex and full of countless unanswered questions, the author's best guess at some situations may not jive with the guesses of others.That is to be expected, of course, ... Read More
