Exploring with Custer – 4th Edition

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Rediscover Custer’s 1874 Black Hills Expedition with the newly revised 4th edition of “Exploring with Custer.” Featuring 36 new pages, updated photos, and enhanced historical insights, this edition offers an unparalleled journey through history.

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Explore History Anew with “Exploring with Custer: The 1874 Black Hills Expedition” – 4th Edition

Follow George Armstrong Custer’s 1874 expedition to the Black Hills with the revised 4th edition of “Exploring with Custer.” Published in 2023 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of this historic journey, this edition offers new content and visuals.

What’s New in the 4th Edition:

  • Expanded Content: 36 new pages filled with fresh discoveries, recovered artifacts, and detailed information about fascinating landmarks and wagon ruts.
  • Then and Now Photography: See the past and present side by side with updated modern photos of all 50 original 1874 photo sites. Enhanced scans of original glass plate negatives provide unprecedented clarity.
  • Colorized Historic Images: Select historical photos have been colorized, offering a vibrant glimpse into Expedition life.
  • First-Hand Accounts: Discover six new sources of first-hand accounts that deepen your understanding of daily life on the trail.
  • Current Updates: The guide includes the latest road conditions and changes in land ownership to help you navigate the Black Hills today.
  • Special Essay: A Lakota scholar shares reflections on the sacred Black Hills and the 1874 Expedition, providing invaluable cultural insights.
  • Comprehensive Trail Guide: Follow the Expedition’s trail with detailed maps and GPS coordinates to photo sites, camp areas, and other historical locations.

Whether you’re exploring from your armchair or venturing into the field, this guide offers a unique, immersive experience of the 1874 Black Hills Expedition.

Product Details:

  • Size: 8.5×11 inches
  • Pages: 336
  • Photographs: 260
  • Maps: 135
  • Publication Year: 2023

Uncover the past and embark on a historical adventure with “Exploring with Custer.” Order your copy today and step back in time to the days of the Old West.

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Weight 50.0 oz

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