President Grant critical of Custer's actions at Little Big Horn...

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September 02, 1876

NEW YORK HERALD, Sept. 2, 1876 Page 2 has some significant text concerning President Grant's opinion on Custer's actions at the battle of the Little Bighorn. At the top of a middle column is: "PRESIDENT GRANT" "A Free Talk on the Questions of the Day" "Hayes & Wheeler to be Elected" "Tilden & Perjury" "The Indian War" "What Caused Custer's Defeat?" & a bit more.
This is an interesting interview touching on several topics, perhaps the most interesting on the Custer battle. One of his quotes reads: "I regard Custer's Massacre as a sacrifice of troops, brought on by Custer himself, that was wholly unnecessary - wholly unnecessary.". His comments on General Crook include: "...General Crook is the best, wiliest Indian fighter in this country. He has the vast experience in Indian fighting. His campaign against the Idahos & many other tribes show his brilliant talent as an Indian fighter..." with more.
Complete in 10 pages, very nice condition.

Category: The Old West