Battle of Little Bighorn: Weapons, Terrain & Tactics with Historian Phil Spaugy
Distant Drums Podcast
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1h 11m
In this episode of The Distant Drums Podcast, noted military historian and firearms expert Phil Spaugy joins us to explore the tactics, weapons, and terrain of the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Best known for his expertise in Civil War weaponry and battlefield history, Spaugy brings decades of hands-on research and experience to the discussion as we examine the firearms used by soldiers and Native warriors, the challenges of the battlefield terrain, and the tactical decisions that shaped the outcome of one of America’s most famous battles.
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