Crazy Horse and Custer: The Parallel Lives of Two American Warriors

by Stephen E. Ambrose

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"Crazy Horse and Custer" by Stephen E. Ambrose traces the parallel lives of two American warriors, the Lakota Sioux leader Crazy Horse and the U.S. Army officer George Armstrong Custer, culminating in their fateful encounter at the Battle of Little Bighorn in 1876. Ambrose explores the contrasting cultures and experiences of these two men, as well as the tumultuous historical context of the American West, to provide insight into the complex nature of war and the human cost of conflict. Ultimately, Ambrose offers a nuanced perspective on two legendary figures of the American frontier, challenging traditional narratives and exposing the contradictions and complexities of the era.

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