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“The weird thing about Custer, TJ Styles, his book, I have to say, is absolutely wonderful on this is the way in which the perception of him is always that kind of Walter Scott cavalier.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Colonel John Gibbon's perspective
For: History enthusiasts and students of American Indian history
Key quote: “So for those people who are actually still, with us on this series, who began 84 episodes ago.”
The host discusses Colonel John Gibbon's writings just before the Battle of the Little Bighorn, highlighting the soldiers' awareness of the consequences of their actions against the Plains Indians. This context leads to a comparison with Custer, emphasizing the complexities of their characters and the historical implications of their decisions.
“The speaker mentions reading a book about Custer while roaming the Great Plains, highlighting the appeal and myth surrounding Custer's character.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Custer's life and myth
For: History enthusiasts and those interested in military figures
Key quote: “Custer's fame is the victory of fun and myth over complicated history.”
The host mentions the book 'Custer' by Ian Fraser to explore the complexities of Custer's character and the myth surrounding him. They aim to analyze whether Custer was truly as charming and lovable as often portrayed, contrasting this with the opinions of his superiors.
“One of his great biographers, T.J. Stiles, who wrote a Pulitzer Prize winning book, said, he seemed to represent the country's youth as it slipped away.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Battle of the Little Bighorn
For: History enthusiasts and students
Key quote: “So we will come to the nomenclature later on in this series.”
The host mentioned the book 'Custer' to provide context for the discussion about the Battle of the Little Bighorn and its significance in American history. They aim to explore the complexities of this historical event, including perspectives from both the 7th Cavalry and the Lakota people.