Marcus Reno in the Valley of the Little Big Horn

Frederic C. Wagner III

ISBN 10: 1476682135 / ISBN 13: 9781476682136

Published by McFarland and Co Inc, US, 2021

About this Item

Major Marcus Reno's actions at the Battle of Little Big Horn have been both criticized and lauded, often without in-depth analysis. This book takes a fresh look the battle and events leading up to it, offering answers to unanswered questions. The author examines the meanings of "orders" given in Custer's command and how they were treated, the tactics and fighting in the valley, Reno's alcoholism, and his last stand on the hilltop named for him.

Seller Inventory # LU-9781476682136

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Marcus Reno in the Valley of the Little Big Horn
• Publisher: McFarland and Co Inc, US
• Publication Date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1476682135
• ISBN 13: 9781476682136
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Dimensions: 7W x 0.58H x 10D inches 7 inches width by 0.58 inches height by 10 inches depth
• Weight: 333 grams

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Synopsis

Major Marcus Reno's actions at the Battle of Little Big Horn have been both criticized and lauded, often without in-depth analysis. This book takes a fresh look the battle and events leading up to it, offering answers to unanswered questions. The author examines the meanings of "orders" given in Custer's command and how they were treated, the tactics and fighting in the valley, Reno's alcoholism, and his last stand on the hilltop named for him.

About the Author

The late Frederic C. Wagner III served as an officer both in the U.S. Army and the New York Army National Guard. He was a decorated Vietnam veteran and worked for 22 years on Wall Street, mostly as a commodities broker. He lived in Pleasantville, New York.