In 2018, I rode the entire battlefield (4+ miles) from Reno-Benteen to Last Stand Hill. We started from the same house you did and I think had the same Native American guide. It was an amazing experience and brought my many years of studying the battle to life. As an ex- infantry combat soldier the ground really helped my appreciation of the tactics of both sides.
I'm anxious to check this out, I have been waiting to experience the battlefield. Starting at Harmony Church in Benning, I too spent some time as a 11B infantryman during the 90's, seeing both sides will be important.
Nice video, would have been better without the loud flute. If Curtis would learn the layout of the battlefield better and do some narration along the way, he'd have some serious money making potential giving tours there.
The flute seemed fine dealing with the Native American History being talked about. Whoever put this video together used the wrong coloring for the descriptive text.
Thanks so much. The prospective was so genuine. You could really feel close to that hot day back in 1876. Keep up the great work, and than you and your guide for “breathing” some life into a famous piece of history.
Thankyou very much for posting this. I live in England and I might never get the opportunity to visit the battlefield site. The site of wild horses in that countryside was something to see.
What a fantastic video! And to think that as the 7th was riding they would have seen the same things that we are seeing here, except the roads and buildings.
Nice video but could be better narrative/ explanation on what we were seeing. Like pointing out important historical areas where certain engagements between soldiers and Indians happened. Also the script that appeared on the screen explaining certain facts was hard to read because it was so small along with its dark print. Plus it was hard to hear him at times. I've been to the Battlefield twice in 1975 & 1996. Would love to ride the field like in the video. Is there away to sign up to do that or is that for only a select few?
That would be the way to experience the Site. If I ever get there, I mostly only want to see the site of the villages. That is the important part of it, and not covered as much as the small battle.
Very good video. Your text is also objective and factual so thanks for doing that (for this very difficult and polarizing topic). What an amazing ride and video.
Hi greetings from Jakarta Indonesia. Very interesting. Your videos has been received with interest. I have heard what have happened there and I wish i could visit the battlefield one day. Thank you for uploading
Some horses don’t like to cross water. They will balk and spook and even turn around. Imagine in battle if your horse throws you and runs off with your rifle in scabbard.
Hi greetings from Jakarta Indonesia. You're right Bill we won't fight. May be we should take cover, then try to hide in the wate by the riverr and come up to surface every 1 minute for taking deep breath. It is very possible we will be stranded there till they look for us if we are alive. Thank you
Always wonder about the flute music in indin shows. Just can’t see them playing that way. All other traditional music played is distinctively native and not real harmonious. This sounds like it was composed for a passion play by Gershwin etc.. Just curious how they really played ?
Wasn't much detail. I thought we was going to get something like 'this is where the village was, this is where Reno was met by the warriors, this is where Reno crossed the river in his retreat, this is where Reno and Benteen were under seige, this is where the main column were challenged at the river, this is the route they took when retreating and this is where the soldiers died. We got none of that; in fact this could have been anywhere for all we know; didn't even see the famous white markers. Disappointing. 🙄
There are no markers to see on the Crow part of the reservation that is located between and in the middle of the left and right sides of the national park. Could not enter onto these national park grounds on horseback. Could still see many of the markers with my binoculars, even those on last stand hill from Weir Point which I was on top of on horseback. It was amazing!
Artillery and the Gatling guns Custer left behind would have not helped him in the battle. They would have been a big hindrance trying to move that stuff in this rugged terrain. And with the Indians spread out and firing from cover, uneven ground and in ravines and gullys there would have been nothing to shoot at, which is exactly what happened. Only very few Indians were killed that day.
Not a massacre by any means. A massacre is the killing of unarmed and defenceless people, Custer was armed and seeking to make history for his own personal glory. He was warned by his scouts not to attack the village because it was far too large.......but attack he did, and the rest is history
Can’t say it was an unfair advantage for Indians . The Indian were minding their own business and just living life . They were attacked by an enemy who would have killed everyone in the village if necessary .
When Natives won a battle whites call it a massacre. Got have an excuse when they get their asses kicked. When Whites massacre natives they call it a battle.
Hello? How about telling us what part of your walk you are on? Where on the battlefield did you BEGIN your walk? You tell us NOTHING. BIG WASTE of TIME!
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So glad you you got to ride the battlefield with Curtis in 2021 Peter. I turned up from Australia in 2019 and was shit out of luck. A dream shattered.
In 2018, I rode the entire battlefield (4+ miles) from Reno-Benteen to Last Stand Hill. We started from the same house you did and I think had the same Native American guide. It was an amazing experience and brought my many years of studying the battle to life. As an ex- infantry combat soldier the ground really helped my appreciation of the tactics of both sides.
I'm anxious to check this out, I have been waiting to experience the battlefield. Starting at Harmony Church in Benning, I too spent some time as a 11B infantryman during the 90's, seeing both sides will be important.
Wow! What a remarkable experience you had! Thank you so much for sharing this!
Nice video, would have been better without the loud flute.
If Curtis would learn the layout of the battlefield better and do some narration along the way, he'd have some serious money making potential giving tours there.
The flute seemed fine dealing with the Native American History being talked about. Whoever put this video together used the wrong coloring for the descriptive text.
I know a lot of native Americans and never encountered one who tooted a flute. They'll drink your ass under the table if you challenge them.
Poor delivery...no idea what were seeing...little tiny print, can't read any of it....wasted my time, flute too loud, general irritation...bye bye!!
I wonder how many of the people visiting the Little Big Horn battle field were here in another life?
Thanks so much. The prospective was so genuine. You could really feel close to that hot day back in 1876. Keep up the great work, and than you and your guide for “breathing” some life into a famous piece of history.
Thankyou very much for posting this.
I live in England and I might never get the opportunity to visit the battlefield site.
The site of wild horses in that countryside was something to see.
Thank you for taking the time to video and post this. I really enjoyed seeing the view from horseback.
What an experience and privilege to explore the LBH Battlefield on horseback.
I was a mere child when I visited the battle of little big horn with gramps in 72.
I was at the Memorial site. I would love to experience what you did. Thanks for sharing.
I enjoyed it. It gives you a great impression of how wide open and expansive the distances are for a cavalry battlefield.
What a fantastic video! And to think that as the 7th was riding they would have seen the same things that we are seeing here, except the roads and buildings.
Incredible. I would sell my neighbors children to do this
What a unique upload. Really enjoyed it. Cheers!
Nice video but could be better narrative/ explanation on what we were seeing. Like pointing out important historical areas where certain engagements between soldiers and Indians happened. Also the script that appeared on the screen explaining certain facts was hard to read because it was so small along with its dark print. Plus it was hard to hear him at times. I've been to the Battlefield twice in 1975 & 1996. Would love to ride the field like in the video. Is there away to sign up to do that or is that for only a select few?
The land belongs to the Crow, so guess the Crow Indians fighting with Custer chose the right side to fight on :) !!!
That would be the way to experience the Site. If I ever get there, I mostly only want to see the site of the villages. That is the important part of it, and not covered as much as the small battle.
Very good video. Your text is also objective and factual so thanks for doing that (for this very difficult and polarizing topic). What an amazing ride and video.
We are Smart to I am proud who I am Custard got what he desevered
That was beautiful.
Thank you! one of my bucket list items. How do you reach out for information?
The pale rider looks like Captain Benteen
Fabulous film Pete of a memorable experience. I would certainly enjoy doing the same.
nice video, would be AWESOME but the flute music is annoying after the first few minutes. Gerry Owen in Glory!!! ; )
What tour company you used if you don't mind me asking . Looking at travelling there myself thanks
Hi greetings from Jakarta Indonesia. Very interesting. Your videos has been received with interest. I have heard what have happened there and I wish i could visit the battlefield one day.
Thank you for uploading
Video was good, but no narration; did not know where you were. Too much flute.
Some horses don’t like to cross water. They will balk and spook and even turn around.
Imagine in battle if your horse throws you and runs off with your rifle in scabbard.
Hi greetings from Jakarta Indonesia. You're right Bill we won't fight. May be we should take cover, then try to hide in the wate by the riverr and come up to surface every 1 minute for taking deep breath. It is very possible we will be stranded there till they look for us if we are alive.
Thank you
Bravo:)
Do you people know that when you go to the battlefield you're surrounded by The Crow Indian Reservation
Some narration would be nice. You can see how the terrain would have been tough on already tired horses..
Always wonder about the flute music in indin shows. Just can’t see them playing that way. All other traditional music played is distinctively native and not real harmonious. This sounds like it was composed for a passion play by Gershwin etc.. Just curious how they really played ?
fascinating
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Did you also ride the battlefield at the Rosebud?
The sounds of nature would have been nicer than that overly loud music. It makes it hard to focus on the video
Wasn't much detail. I thought we was going to get something like 'this is where the village was, this is where Reno was met by the warriors, this is where Reno crossed the river in his retreat, this is where Reno and Benteen were under seige, this is where the main column were challenged at the river, this is the route they took when retreating and this is where the soldiers died. We got none of that; in fact this could have been anywhere for all we know; didn't even see the famous white markers. Disappointing. 🙄
There are no markers to see on the Crow part of the reservation that is located between and in the middle of the left and right sides of the national park. Could not enter onto these national park grounds on horseback. Could still see many of the markers with my binoculars, even those on last stand hill from Weir Point which I was on top of on horseback. It was amazing!
We could do without the flute!!
who's playing the flute?
Ian Anderson.
stop the flute and more commentary on where exactly you are riding??
That was a waste of time what was the point, no narration of what happened.
Why sis the Indians have better rifles than Custer
Cluster’s fault entirely. Should have massive numbers and artillery. And much better scouting.
Artillery and the Gatling guns Custer left behind would have not helped him in the battle. They would have been a big hindrance trying to move that stuff in this rugged terrain. And with the Indians spread out and firing from cover, uneven ground and in ravines and gullys there would have been nothing to shoot at, which is exactly what happened. Only very few Indians were killed that day.
His Crow scouts told Custer exactly what was going to happen - that would explain why they prepared to die...
Lose the flute. Very annoying after the first minute. Needs historical narrative.
It was not a battle, rather a massacre. 20 to 1.
Ah, but the 7th Calvary in 1890 wiping out helpless Indians at Wounded Knee, now that was a battle, huh...?
Not a massacre by any means. A massacre is the killing of unarmed and defenceless people, Custer was armed and seeking to make history for his own personal glory. He was warned by his scouts not to attack the village because it was far too large.......but attack he did, and the rest is history
Wasted opportunity to see the battlefield. No narration. Pointless. What landmarks?
Can’t say it was an unfair advantage for Indians .
The Indian were minding their own business and just living life .
They were attacked by an enemy who would have killed everyone in the village if necessary .
When Natives won a battle whites call it a massacre. Got have an excuse when they get their asses kicked. When Whites massacre natives they call it a battle.
That was boring
big nothing burger big disappointment
Hello? How about telling us what part of your walk you are on? Where on the battlefield did you BEGIN your walk? You tell us NOTHING. BIG WASTE of TIME!