As General Custer moved through the river valley, he sent men ahead to explore the area.

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General George Custer led two hundred twelve soldiers in search of the Indian leader, Crazy Horse.

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The gelding gained legendary status as the sole survivor on the U.S. Cavalry side of the 1876 Battle of the Little Bighorn -- fought between General Custer's troops and native American Indians.

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Best known for helping defeat General Custer at the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876, Crazy Horse was by all accounts a courageous warrior who inspired his people and others alike.

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