Videos tagged with George Armstrong Custer

This video explores the Battle of the Little Bighorn through the lens of firearms archaeology. It details how systematic surveys and artifact analysis, including bullet and case identification, have revealed crucial tactical information and the diverse weaponry used by Native American forces. The osteological record further provides insights into the soldiers' health and the brutal nature of the combat.

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.

The .45-70 Government, a 145-year-old cartridge, has experienced a significant revival. Originally designed for the 1873 Springfield Trapdoor rifle, it faced early extraction issues due to copper casings. Despite military obsolescence, it remained a favored hunting round for large game. Modern loadings are categorized by action strength (Trapdoor, Marlin, Ruger) to manage pressure safely. Its effectiveness lies in close-range, heavy impact rather than high velocity.

Larry Potterfield details the meticulous process of recreating George Custer's Remington Rolling Block rifle. The project involved extensive research using historical photographs and documents to determine precise specifications. The build process included modifying an Egyptian 1870 action, fabricating American black walnut stocks, and applying period-correct finishes like color case hardening and rust bluing, showcasing advanced gunsmithing techniques.