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“In his biography, TJ Stiles says one of the problems with writing about Custer or telling his stories, everyone starts with his death.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Custer's military decisions
For: Historians and Civil War enthusiasts
Key quote: “TJ Stiles says one of the problems with writing about Custer or telling his stories, everyone starts with his death.”
The host mentions TJ Stiles' biography of Custer to highlight the complexities of his character and military decisions. Stiles argues that Custer's reputation is often overshadowed by his eventual failure, but he made many good decisions during the Civil War that inspired his men.