Historedia
Episode 2 of 2

Casualty Reports and Criticism

When
1868-11-27 to 1868-12
Where
Reporting from Camp Supply and subsequent press debate
Part of
Battle of Washita River: Custer attacks Black Kettle's Cheyenne village

Custer reported 103 warrior deaths, while critics highlighted the killing of non-combatants and press debate followed.

Custer reported finding 103 warrior bodies after examination, a figure echoed by Sheridan. Critics highlighted the killing of mothers, children, and elders. By early December 1868, the attack provoked debate and criticism in the press.

Sources

  1. Battle of the Washita River Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
  2. George Armstrong Custer Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-05

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