Crazy Horse and Custer

Crazy Horse and Custer
Author: Stephen E. Ambrose
Publisher: Open Road Media
Total Pages: 711
Release: 2014-07-01
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1497659256

A New York Times bestseller from the author of Band of Brothers: The biography of two fighters forever linked by history and the battle at Little Bighorn. On the sparkling morning of June 25, 1876, 611 men of the United States 7th Cavalry rode toward the banks of Little Bighorn in the Montana Territory, where three thousand Indians stood waiting for battle. The lives of two great warriors would soon be forever linked throughout history: Crazy Horse, leader of the Oglala Sioux, and General George Armstrong Custer. Both were men of aggression and supreme courage. Both became leaders in their societies at very early ages. Both were stripped of power, in disgrace, and worked to earn back the respect of their people. And to both of them, the unspoiled grandeur of the Great Plains of North America was an irresistible challenge. Their parallel lives would pave the way, in a manner unknown to either, for an inevitable clash between two nations fighting for possession of the open prairie.

Crazy Horse (eBook)

Crazy Horse (eBook)
Author: Julia Hargrove
Publisher: Lorenz Educational Press
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2001-03-01
Genre:
ISBN: 0787785393

This book is part of an important new series designed to bring America's historic monuments to life for your students. Topics were chosen not only for their historical importance, but also to honor the people of many cultures who have built the nation. Included in this series are the contributions made by Mexican Americans, Native Americans, African Americans and Americans of European descent.

Crazy Horse

Crazy Horse
Author: Kingsley M. Bray
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
Total Pages: 532
Release: 2011-11-19
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0806183764

Crazy Horse was as much feared by tribal foes as he was honored by allies. His war record was unmatched by any of his peers, and his rout of Custer at the Little Bighorn reverberates through history. Yet so much about him is unknown or steeped in legend. Crazy Horse: A Lakota Life corrects older, idealized accounts—and draws on a greater variety of sources than other recent biographies—to expose the real Crazy Horse: not the brash Sioux warrior we have come to expect but a modest, reflective man whose courage was anchored in Lakota piety. Kingsley M. Bray has plumbed interviews of Crazy Horse’s contemporaries and consulted modern Lakotas to fill in vital details of Crazy Horse’s inner and public life. Bray places Crazy Horse within the rich context of the nineteenth-century Lakota world. He reassesses the war chief’s achievements in numerous battles and retraces the tragic sequence of misunderstandings, betrayals, and misjudgments that led to his death. Bray also explores the private tragedies that marred Crazy Horse’s childhood and the network of relationships that shaped his adult life. To this day, Crazy Horse remains a compelling symbol of resistance for modern Lakotas. Crazy Horse: A Lakota Life is a singular achievement, scholarly and authoritative, offering a complete portrait of the man and a fuller understanding of his place in American Indian and United States history.

In the Footsteps of Crazy Horse

In the Footsteps of Crazy Horse
Author: Joseph Marshall
Publisher: Abrams
Total Pages: 107
Release: 2015-11-10
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1613128312

Jimmy McClean is a Lakota boy—though you wouldn’t guess it by his name: his father is part white and part Lakota, and his mother is Lakota. When he embarks on a journey with his grandfather, Nyles High Eagle, he learns more and more about his Lakota heritage—in particular, the story of Crazy Horse, one of the most important figures in Lakota and American history. Drawing references and inspiration from the oral stories of the Lakota tradition, celebrated author Joseph Marshall III juxtaposes the contemporary story of Jimmy with an insider’s perspective on the life of Tasunke Witko, better known as Crazy Horse (c. 1840–1877). The book follows the heroic deeds of the Lakota leader who took up arms against the US federal government to fight against encroachments on the territories and way of life of the Lakota people, including leading a war party to victory at the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Along with Sitting Bull, Crazy Horse was the last of the Lakota to surrender his people to the US army. Through his grandfather’s tales about the famous warrior, Jimmy learns more about his Lakota heritage and, ultimately, himself. American Indian Youth Literature Award

Crazy Horse

Crazy Horse
Author: Jodyanne Benson
Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2020-07-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 150265055X

Crazy Horse is one of the most iconic and well-known Native Americans. This book explores his life story. Readers follow his birth in the Lakota Oglala tribe to his resistance against the American government and ultimately his death at Fort Robinson in Nebraska. Sidebars detail the socioeconomic structures of his tribe and community and his significance today. Readers will understand his legacy and view his lasting image in the Crazy Horse Memorial. Historical events are presented from the perspective of the American government, the settlers he encountered, and the Lakota he fought to protect. Through easy-to-understand language and vivid photographs, young readers will discover the man behind the legend.

Crazy Horse

Crazy Horse
Author: The Edward Clown Family
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
Total Pages: 536
Release: 2016-09-06
Genre: History
ISBN: 1423641248

“A family account of the life of Tashunke Witko, their great Sioux relative . . . For the first time, the Clown family members tell their oral history.”—True West The Edward Clown family, nearest living relatives to the Lakota war leader, presents the family tales and memories told to them about their famous grandfather. In many ways the oral history differs from what has become the standard and widely accepted biography of Crazy Horse. The family clarifies the inaccuracies and shares their story about the past, including what it means to them to be Lakota, the family genealogy, the life of Crazy Horse and his motivations, his death, and why they chose to keep quiet with their knowledge for so long before finally deciding to tell the truth as they know it. This book is a compelling addition to the body of works about Crazy Horse and the complicated and often conflicting events of that time period in American History. “For the first time the first-hand account of Crazy Horse is told . . . The stories were faithfully passed down through the generations . . . It includes Crazy Horse’s account of the last moments of Custer and the near-killing of Maj. Marcus Reno by Crazy Horse’s father.”—Capital Journal “After many years of keeping quiet, the family of Lakota warrior Crazy Horse decided to tell their story of his life and legacy . . . The truth behind the history of Crazy Horse—an iconic Native American warrior—until recently has been kept hidden for more than a century.”—The Monroe News

Crazy Horse

Crazy Horse
Author: Jenny Oldfield
Publisher: Hodder Children's Books
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2011-06-02
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1444905651

Crazy Horse - wild and unruly, and Cadillac - a beautiful pedigree, are two very different but inseparable horses. When both horses are discovered to be missing one night, it seems that Crazy Horse was used by thieves to lure Cadillac away. Kirstie is worried about what they will do with Crazy Horse - but will she track the stolen horses down in time?

South Dakota Travel Guide *Gold Rush and Cowboys * USA eBook

South Dakota Travel Guide *Gold Rush and Cowboys * USA eBook
Author: Baktash Vafaei
Publisher: stateguides
Total Pages: 46
Release:
Genre: Travel
ISBN:

Welcome to an exciting journey in the heart of America, to South Dakota, a state rich in contrasts and natural treasures. In this book, we invite you to get up close and personal with South Dakota and discover the wonders that this unique country has to offer. South Dakota impresses with its spectacular landscapes and historic sites. The majestic heads of Mount Rushmore, carved into the granite rock, are known worldwide and symbolize the presidents of the United States. Badlands National Park presents a unique desert landscape characterized by erosion and offers breathtaking views. The Black Hills, a mountain range in the middle of the prairie, is a natural treasure that fascinates hikers, climbers and horseback riders alike. In Custer State Park, you can see bison and other wildlife in the wild. But South Dakota isn't all nature and adventure. Here you will also learn a lot about the culture and history of the Lakota Indians and the pioneers who shaped the Wild West. In cities like Deadwood and Rapid City, you'll find traces of the famous Wild West. The Crazy Horse Memorial is an unfinished masterpiece that tells the story of Native Americans. The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, the largest biker gathering in the world, brings thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts to South Dakota. The Corn Palace in Mitchell and the Wall Drug Store are other unique attractions you can visit. Arts and culture flourish in the state's museums and craft shops. This trip takes you through the unique geology of the Badlands, the history of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and the diverse wildlife of South Dakota. You can also engage with the future of the state in terms of economy and educational opportunities. Join us on this fascinating journey and discover how South Dakota preserves its history, culture, and nature to provide visitors with unforgettable experiences. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty and diversity of South Dakota, the land of contrasts and wonders.

Building Comprehension - Grade 8 (eBook)

Building Comprehension - Grade 8 (eBook)
Author: Ellen M. Dolan
Publisher: Lorenz Educational Press
Total Pages: 52
Release: 1999-09-01
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0787781177

Engaging stories covering current personalities, popular sports figures and events, mysteries, disasters, legends and mythology, and amazing facts in science and nature hold students’ interest and capture their imaginations. A controlled vocabulary averaging two readability levels below content ensures understanding and promotes confidence.