Videos tagged with George Armstrong Custer

This entry details the archaeological approach to understanding the Battle of the Little Bighorn, as presented by expert Douglas Scott. It covers the systematic recovery and analysis of artifacts, including firearms and ammunition, and the examination of skeletal remains to reconstruct the events. The methodology highlights the use of advanced mapping and forensic techniques to provide a tangible link to historical conflicts.

This comprehensive review of the 1873 Trapdoor Springfield Carbine, presented by firearms expert Greg Kinman, details its operation, historical significance, and ballistics. The video covers the carbine's transition from muzzleloaders, its role in frontier history, and practical advice on identifying original models. Kinman emphasizes the importance of using appropriate ammunition, such as black powder or cowboy loads, to preserve these antique firearms.

This episode of The Gun Vault from the Cody Firearms Museum features Ashley Hlebinsky, the Robert W. Woodruff Curator, showcasing George Armstrong Custer's Sharps Rifle. The video provides historical context for Sharps rifles, highlighting their design by Christian Sharps starting in 1848, their reputation for long-range accuracy, their availability in various calibers by 1874, and their adoption by numerous national armies. The production is associated with NSSF's Let's Go Shooting initiative.

This guide details the intricate gunsmithing process of recreating George Custer's Rolling Block rifle, as explained by Larry Potterfield. It covers modifying a base action, fabricating custom stocks from American black walnut, and applying period-correct finishes like color case hardening and rust bluing. The process emphasizes meticulous research using historical photographs and documents to achieve an authentic replica.