Custer's "last stand" was immortalized in several paintings created in the 1890s by both Native Americans and white American settlers. The images created by the American whites generally show:

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The images created by white American artists often depicted Custer and his men in a heroic light, fighting bravely and with discipline, despite the overwhelming odds against them. This portrayal was part of the myth-making around Custer's Last Stand, emphasizing valor and sacrifice.

Custer's "Last Stand" Was Immortalized in Several Paintings Created in the 1890s