The Life of Buffalo Bill · Character
General Custer
A flamboyant cavalry officer whose fame on the Western frontier made him a legend, he crosses paths with Cody during the Indian campaigns.
supporting
Also known as Custer
First appearance: xxi a military expedition
As a supporting figure in The Life of Buffalo Bill, General Custer is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Quoted for his detailed and admiring description of Wild Bill Hickok's appearance and character.
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Custer belongs to the circle of celebrated military men—Sheridan, Carr, Crook, Terry—under whom Cody served as scout and guide, and his name carries the weight of the era's most storied campaigns. His flamboyance and…
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- Military Commanders and Scouts
- Protagonist
- Extended Frontier Network
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This moment is the dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak where Buffalo Bill re…
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