Description - Custer and His Commands by John P. Langellier
This illustrated series presents the uniforms and equipment of the United States Army from the nineteenth century to the present day. Each volume combines detailed and informative captions with over 100 rare and unusual images. These books are a must for anyone interested in American military uniforms and the history of the United States Army. George Armstrong Custer was one of the most flamboyant and controversial officers ever to have served in the United States Army. This superbly illustrated book provides a unique visual record of this famous commander from his graduation at West Point to the last great battle of the American West: the Battle of the Little Big Horn. Rare photographs from private collections show his stylish uniforms, weapons and artefacts, and reveal the faces of the men who rode into legend with him. Includes images of the units he commanded and of the soldiers who fought and some of whom died at the Little Big Horn. AUTHOR: KURT HAMILTON COX is an authority on American mounted forces and the author of Longknives: The U.S. Cavalry and Other Mounted Forces, 18451942 SELLING POINTS: . An original visual record of Custer and the men who rode into legend with him . Reveals the faces of the soldiers who fought - and some of whom died at - the Battle of the Little Big Horn . Offers a glimpse into the lives of soldiers and their combat experiences . More than a hundred rare photographs and images . Detailed captions by an expert on American uniform history . An essential reference for historians, collectors and model-builders Integrated b/w photos, 8pp colour
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