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In 1867, George Armstrong Custer faced court martial on eleven charges, including absence without leave from his command, and conduct prejudicial to good order and military discipline. Found guilty of five of the charges, he was suspended from rank and command for one year without pay. Records here include proceedings of Custer's trial, correspondence relating to official trial documents, and research requests from after the trial. Continue…
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September 25, 1868
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George Armstrong Custer
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Fort MacPherson
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General Sherman
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Major General Smith
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Fort Harker
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Fort Riley, KS
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Fort Wallace, KS
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General Grant
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George A. Custer had a controversial career in the military.
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George A. Custer had a controversial career in the military.
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Maj. Elliot + Lt. Cook
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Lt. Jackson
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Maj. Elliot
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10 Oct 2007
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Please note that this researcher's name was "Dustin," rather than "Custin." You can view his signature on page 4 of this section. John M. L. Brown Nashvillejohnmlbrown made a comment on this Image. 21 Sep 2007 See all of johnmlbrown's Comments
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General Court Martial of Gen. George A. Custer, 1867. Original data from: The National Archives
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