General Custer Collection

George A. Custer
Major General George Armstrong Custer. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a Matthew Brady photograph

US Army survivors of Custers Last Stand - horse and scout, Curley
Horse " Comanche" and Custers scout Curley, the only US Army survivors of the Battle of Little Bighorn, 1876. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a photograph

Battle of Little Big Horn - Custers Dead Cavalry (colour litho)
980724 Battle of Little Big Horn - Custers Dead Cavalry (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Little Big Horn - Custers Dead Cavalry)

A marvelous reproduction of Custers last fight (b / w photo)
6002640 A marvelous reproduction of Custers last fight (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A marvelous reproduction of Custers last fight)

Curley, of the Crow tribe, one of Custers scouts (b / w photo)
PNP245554 Curley, of the Crow tribe, one of Custers scouts (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Custers 7th Cavalry battling Sioux warriors
Sioux attack on a company of Custers Seventh Cavalry on the Great Plains, June 24, 1867. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

George Armstrong Custer Portrait General Custer
George Armstrong Custer, 1839 - 1876. United States Army officer and cavalry commander in the American Civil War and the American Indian Wars who was killed along with most of his command at

George Armstrong Custer, 1839 - 1876. United States Army officer and cavalry commander in the American Civil War and the American Indian Wars who was killed along with most of his command at

Scouts for General Custer, Indian wars
General Custers scouts during the Native American uprisings on the Great Plains, 1860s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Custer advancing on the Cheyenne in a snowstorm, 1868
General Custers cavalry marching to attack a Cheyenne village on the Great Plains, 1868. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

War film production, early 20th century C016 / 2544
War film production, early 20th century. Film-makers and actors during production of a battle scene in an early silent film

EVNT2A-00041
Native American prisoners marched across the snowy prairie by General George Custer, 1868. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

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"General Custer: A Legendary Figure in American History" George A. Custer, a renowned United States Army officer and cavalry commander, left an indelible mark on the pages of history. Known for his valiant efforts during the American Civil War and the American Indian Wars, he tragically met his demise at the Battle of Little Big Horn. Among the survivors of Custer's Last Stand was Curley, a brave horseman and scout who played a crucial role in gathering intelligence for General Custer's ill-fated mission. Their partnership symbolized resilience amidst adversity. EVNT2A-00070 captures George A. Custer himself - a man whose name became synonymous with bravery and audacity on the battlefield. The vivid color lithograph portrays him leading his Dead Cavalry into battle at Little Big Horn, forever etching this fateful encounter into our collective memory. In contrast to this vibrant depiction is "A Marvelous Reproduction of Custer's Last Fight, " presented as a black-and-white photograph that transports us back to that tragic day. It serves as a haunting reminder of the sacrifices made by both sides during this historic clash. Curley, one of Custer's trusted scouts from the Crow tribe, is immortalized in another poignant black-and-white photo. His contributions were invaluable in navigating unfamiliar terrain and understanding Sioux warriors' tactics – an unsung hero among many. The Battle between Custer's 7th Cavalry and Sioux warriors remains an emblematic moment in Native American history. This clash represents not only military prowess but also cultural clashes that shaped America's westward expansion. George Armstrong Custer may have fallen at Little Big Horn alongside most of his command, but his legacy lives on through photographs like those dating back to 1865 when he posed proudly as an army officer after surviving countless battles throughout his career. Scouts played an essential role for General Custer during these turbulent times of the Indian Wars.