S5·E6 Last Stand at Little Big Horn
Synopsis
In 1876, when the U.S. Army planned its biggest Indian campaign yet against Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse, General George Custer led the chase. Custer and his 210 men were surprised and surrounded, the result of arrogance, bad planning and bad intelligence. The battle took "about as much time as it takes a hungry man to eat dinner," leaving no white survivors. One of the most frequently depicted and least understood moments in American history, the story is told from both sides.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 5 Episode 6 of American Experience air?
Season 5, Episode 6 ('Last Stand at Little Big Horn') originally aired on November 25, 1992.
How long is Season 5 Episode 6 ('Last Stand at Little Big Horn')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for American Experience.
What happens in American Experience Season 5 Episode 6?
In 1876, when the U.S. Army planned its biggest Indian campaign yet against Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse, General George Custer led the chase. Custer and his 210 men were surprised and surrounded, the result of arrogance, bad planning and bad intelligence. The battle took "about as much time as it t...