Where Custer Fell: Photographs of the Little Bighorn Battlefield Then and Now

by James S. Brust, Brian C. Pohanka, Sandy Barnard

The Battle of the Little Bighorn has long held an eminent position among the chronicles of the mythic West. None of the men who rode with Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer to his “Last Stand” survived to tell the tale, but this stunning photography book provides a view of the battlefield as it must have existed in 1876. To create Where Custer Fell , authors James S. Brust, Brian C. Pohanka, and Sandy Barnard searched for elusive documents and photographs, made countless trips to the battlefield, and scrutinized all available sources. Each chapter begins with a concise, lively description of an episode in the battle. The narratives are graphically illustrated by historical photos, which are presented alongside modern photos of the same location on the battlefield. The book also features detailed maps and photographs of battle participants and the early photographers who attempted to tell their story.

Genres: American History

240 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2005

Reviews

[Anthony Whitt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great historical analysis made possible through studying the old photographs of the Little Bighorn Battlefield. Definitely worth the read for those interested in one of the most enigmatic conflicts to occur in the taming of the American West. Then and now photographs are compared side by side to clarify some of the mysteries and myths that have lived on through the decades sine that fateful June day in 1876.

[David Christensen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Borrowed this book from friend who knows the author. A study of the battlefield of Custers Battle of Little Big Horn, using extensive photographic study of the extensive battle site -then and now. The author (Brust) has interviewed every survivor/relative or local experts to try and correct misconceptions or verify important strategic facts. It taught me important facets of military strategy of those times and of Native American battle tendencies too. The set is relatively close to where I live so it’s conceivable that I may visit it in person if I pass through the area. I only rated it a little lower because the author does not have a vivid writing style.