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Custer's Last Stand Preview

Preview: Season 24 Episode 2 | 30s

The final act of General George Custer's larger-than-life career played out on a grand stage with a spellbound public engrossed in the drama. In the end, his death would launch one of the greatest myths in American history. Part of the Wild West collection, Custer's Last Stand premieres on American Experience January 17, 2012.

Aired: 01/16/12

Rating: NR

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