Monday, May 12, 2014

Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, MT

Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument is located on the Crow Indian Reservation south east of Billings, MT.  The battle occurred June 25-26, 1876.

Visitors Center






View from Visitor Center

Cheyenne Warrior Graves

Artwork at Indian Memorial

Many horses were killed during the battle.

Last Stand Hill - Lt Col Custer and approximately 41 men shoot their horses for breastworks and make a stand.  Approximately 10 men, including Custer, his brother Tom, and Lt William Cooke were killed.


A National Cemetery is also on the grounds.

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