George Armstrong Collection

Custer Battlefield, 1876 (b/w photo)
3671964 Custer Battlefield, 1876 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: Chicago)

Custer Battlefield National Cemetery, 1876 (b/w photo)
3671967 Custer Battlefield National Cemetery, 1876 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: Chicago)

Battle of the Little Big Horn, Montana, USA, 25-26 June 1876, (c1900). Artist: Amos Bad Heart Buffalo
Battle of the Little Big Horn, Montana, USA, 25-26 June 1876, (c1900). Retreat of US 7th Cavalry battalions under Major Marcus Reno. Also known as Custers last stand

Major General Pleasanton and General Custer, 1863. Creator: Tim O Sullivan
Major General Pleasanton and General Custer, 1863

Battle of Little Bighorn, Montana, USA, 25-26 June 1876 (c1900). Retreat of US 7th Cavalry battalions under Major Marcus Reno (1834-1889)

Capture of Confederate guns, near Culpeper, Virginia, American Civil War, 14 September 1863. The capture of Confederate General JEB Stuarts guns by General George Armstrong Custers Union cavalry

They Plunged into the Seething Mass of Painted and Befeathered Red Men, 1902. The Battle of the Little Bighorn, known to the Lakota and other Plains Indians as the Battle of the Greasy Grass

General George Armstrong Custer, US Union Army cavalry commander, 1862-1867. Artist: J Rogers
General George Armstrong Custer, US Union Army cavalry commander, 1862-1867. Best known for his legendary last stand at the Little Bighorn in 1876

Beginning of the Battle of the Little Big Horn, Montana, USA, 25 June 1876, (c1900). Artist: Amos Bad Heart Buffalo
Beginning of the Battle of the Little Big Horn, Montana, USA, 25 June 1876, (c1900). Also known as Custers last stand. The Plains Indians defeated the US 7th Cavalry under General Custer

End of the Battle, c1900. Artist: Amos Bad Heart Buffalo
End of the Battle, c1900. Sioux warriors leading away captured horses after defeating the American army under George Armstrong Custer (1839-1876) at the Battle of the Little Bighorn, Montana

Conflict between General George Custer (1839-1876) and Crazy Horse, Sioux (Dakota) Indian. Artist: Kills Two
Conflict between General George Custer (1839-1876) and Crazy Horse, North American Sioux (Dakota) Indian, c1890-c1927

Sioux warriors at Custers Last Stand, 1876, (c1900). Artist: Adam Bad Heart Buffalo
Sioux warriors at Custers Last Stand, 1876, (c1900). Sioux warriors leading away captured horses after defeating Custers troops at Custers Last Stand

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George Armstrong was a prominent figure during the American Civil War and the Battle of Little Big Horn. He served as Lieutenant Washington in the Confederate Army before becoming a prisoner of war. Later, he joined the Union Army under Captain Custis (Custer) and played a significant role in various battles. One notable event was his involvement in the Capture of Confederate guns near Culpeper, Virginia in 1863. This showcased his strategic prowess and dedication to his cause. Major General Pleasanton recognized George's talents, leading to him being appointed as part of General Custer's cavalry command. The Battle of Little Big Horn marked a turning point in George Armstrong's life. In this fierce conflict against Crazy Horse and Sioux warriors, he fearlessly led his troops into battle despite overwhelming odds. The artwork by Amos Bad Heart Buffalo vividly captures both the beginning and end of this historic clash. George's bravery is further depicted through Kills Two's artwork showcasing the intense conflict between him and Crazy Horse during Custer's Last Stand. Despite facing painted and befeathered red men, George plunged into battle with unwavering determination. Throughout his military career, George Armstrong proved himself to be an exceptional leader who fought for what he believed in. His legacy lives on through these historical accounts and artistic representations that immortalize his contributions to American history at its most turbulent times - from serving as Lieutenant Washington to becoming an influential figure at Little Big Horn.