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A two-volume biography of him
Frederick Whittaker
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“Frederick Whittaker pumped this out. A two-volume biography of him. So, it kind of came out while, you know, the coyotes were feasting still on the carrion at Little Bighorn.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Custer's biography and legacy
For: History enthusiasts and those interested in American folklore
Key quote: “Frederick Whittaker pumped this out. A two-volume biography of him.”
The host discusses the impact of Frederick Whittaker's two-volume biography of George A. Custer, highlighting how it was published shortly after Custer's death and contributed to his mythologization. They explore the political implications of Custer's fame and how he became a national folk hero despite the complexities of his legacy.