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Major Marcus Reno

A U.S. cavalry officer who survived the Little Bighorn battle.

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Also known as Reno

First appearance: XII: High Noon on the Little Horn

Major Marcus Reno shows up with force in The Song of the Indian Wars. The page is where that presence becomes real.

His hill is surrounded by Sioux, and he is reinforced by Benteen's column and pack mules during the battle.
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In The Song of the Indian Wars: His hill is surrounded by Sioux, and he is reinforced by Benteen's column and pack mules during the battle. Later, in The Seventh Marches: Leads a scouting detachment south toward the…

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  • Lakota Warriors and Officer
  • Major Figures of the Indian Wars
  • Ashley Expedition Members
  • Key Figures in Conflict

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Closing

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