Custer and Me

Robert M. Utley shares a vibrant personal narrative that reflects on his career and experiences within the National Park Service during several presidential administrations. He discusses significant developments in historic preservation and the founding of the Western History Association, alongside the contentious debates surrounding the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument. Utley also recounts his journey from a young enthusiast of Custer to a respected historian, exploring the complexities of the Battle of the Little Bighorn and its broader implications in American history.