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Custer's Last Stand

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The battle of the Little of Bighorn occurred on June 25th- 26th in southeastern Montana. The Seventh Cavalry, led by Custer, formulated a plan for a surprise attack on the Sioux and Cheyenne camp. It was between 1,500-1,800 Native American Indians against 700 US army soldiers.

On the day of the attack Custer split his men into three groups in order to attack from different sides and to prevent the Indians from running away. However, the Sioux and Cheyenne overwhelmed Custer’s groups and his entire unit was killed, including Custer. Sometimes this battle is referred to as “Custer’s Last Stand.” His original plan was to attack on June 26th but scouts reported to him that the Sioux already detected them so they attacked on the 25th. Custer's
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