447. Custer vs. Crazy Horse: The Winning of the West (Part 2)

This podcast episode explores the myth of Custer and his complicated history, shedding light on the dark aspects of his character. It discusses Custer's pursuit of his dreams on the Great Plains and his encounter with the largest gathering of Indians off-reservation. The episode also delves into Custer's popularity and public perception, his political ambitions and posting to Kansas, the composition of the 7th Cavalry during the Indian Wars, intriguing aspects of Custer and Benteen's personalities, Captain Benteen's role in the Battle of the Little Bighorn, and Hancock's expedition and its encounter with the Cheyenne tribe. It also covers Custer's self-destructive behavior, the massacre at the Washita River, controversies surrounding his actions, and the aftermath of the campaign. The episode provides insights into the complexities of Custer's character, politics, military strategies, and cultural conflicts.