Western
United States of America
Custer of the West is a 1967 Western film that explores the life of General George Armstrong Custer and his tragic last stand at the Battle of the Little Big Horn. The film follows Custer from his early days as a cavalry commander during the Civil War, where he gained national recognition for his aggressive tactics and battlefield heroics.
After the war, Custer is promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel and sent out west to fight against Native American tribes. However, his rigid and uncompromising attitude towards the Natives leads to tensions and ultimately culminates in the infamous Battle of the Little Big Horn.
Throughout the film, viewers get a glimpse of Custer's personal life, including his marriage to Elizabeth "Libbie" Bacon and his extramarital affairs. The film also portrays Custer's rivalry with General Alfred Terry and his friendship with Native American scout Mitch Bouyer.
Custer of the West was directed by Robert Siodmak and starred Robert Shaw as General Custer, Mary Ure as Libbie Custer, and Ty Hardin as Mitch Bouyer. The film received mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics lauding Shaw's performance but criticizing the film's historical accuracy. Nevertheless, Custer of the West remains a fascinating portrait of one of America's most controversial military figures.
