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Custer advancing on the Cheyenne in a snowstorm, 1868
General Custers cavalry marching to attack a Cheyenne village on the Great Plains, 1868.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5877499
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1860s 1868 America Amerindian Army Blizzard Cavalry Cheyenne Cold Conflict Frontier General Custer Great Plains Hardship Horse Horse Back Indian Indian Removal March Marching Military Native Native American Plains Prairie Snow Snow Storm Soldier Uprising Us Army Us Cavalry West Western Winter 7th Cavalry Custer George Armstrong Custer Indian War
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 7.6cm x 3.2cm (3" x 1.3")
Estimated Product Size is 10cm x 10cm (3.9" x 3.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the intense and treacherous scene of General Custer's cavalry advancing on the Cheyenne during a snowstorm in 1868. The hand-colored woodcut, derived from a 19th-century illustration, beautifully depicts this significant moment in American history. In this vintage image, we witness the clash between two worlds as traditional Native American heritage collides with the relentless march of westward expansion. The brave soldiers of the United States Army's 7th Cavalry valiantly ride through the blizzard and across the vast Great Plains towards a Cheyenne village. The harsh winter conditions symbolize not only nature's unforgiving temperament but also reflect the hardships faced by both sides during this conflict. Mounted on horseback, General Custer leads his cavalry into battle against an indigenous people fighting to protect their land and way of life. This artwork serves as a poignant reminder of America's complex past, where conflicts like these shaped our nation's history. It sheds light on George Armstrong Custer's role in Indian removal efforts and exemplifies how war was waged amidst North America’s expansive prairies. As we gaze upon this historic depiction, let us remember those who fought bravely on both sides while acknowledging that it represents just one chapter within our rich tapestry of shared experiences.
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