On the morning of June 25, 1876, 611 men of the U.S. 7th Cavalry rode toward Little Bighorn, unaware that 3,000 Native warriors awaited them. Among these warriors stood Crazy Horse, leader of the Oglala Sioux, while General George Armstrong Custer led the cavalry. Both men, known for their aggression and courage, had risen to leadership at a young age and fought to regain their people’s respect after periods of disgrace.
As two nations clashed over the vast plains, their destinies became intertwined in a battle that would echo through history. But would either survive the fight for the future of the Great Plains?
