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Custer's 7th Cavalry originally had about 1,000 soldiers when it was formed in 1866. However, at the time of the Battle of Little Bighorn in June 1876, Custer led approximately 210 men into battle, including troops from several companies of the 7th Cavalry. The unit suffered heavy losses during the battle, with only a few survivors.
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What help the seventh cavalry regiment in the Vietnam war?
The 7th Cav was a grunt unit (Airmobile Infantry, a fancy name for helicopter transported infantrymen). There were many Cavalry outfits in the Vietnam War: (Not full Regiments; the only full regiment was the 11th ACR), just to name a few: 1. 1st Cavalry Regiment 2. 4th Cavalry Regiment 3. 5th Cavalry Regiment 4. 8th Cavalry Regiment 5. 9th Cavalry Regiment 6. 10th Cavalry Regiment 7. 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment (11th ACR) 8. 12th Cavalry Regiment 9. 17th Cavalry Regiment
How many us casualties from the 7th cavalry at la drang valley?
Two battalions, over 300 dead in 3 days of fighting.
Who led the Americans at the Battle of the Little Bighorn?
Lieutenant Colonel (Brevet Major General of Volunteers) George Armstrong Custer was the commanding officer of the Custer Battalion of the 7th Cavalry at the time of the Battle of Little Big Horn, and leader of the troops killed there with him on "last Stand Hill".
What role did wm f Cody play in the seventh kansas burning of oxford ms?
I believe the burning of Oxford, MS occurred at the same time of General Forrest's Memphis Raid on August 21, 1864. General Chalmers' forces was used as a distraction while General Forrest made his raid into Memphis. General Chalmers had to pull back which allowed the Union cavalry to capture and destroy much of Oxford.I don't know if the 7th Kansas Cavalry was involved in the attack on Oxford.The 7th Kansas Cavalry returned to Leavenworth, Kansas, in Jan & Feb 1864 to recruit replacements for soldiers who had served their time in the Army. William F. Cody, who later became known as "Buffalo Bill Cody", enlisted with the 7th Kansas Cavalry. The 7 Kansas Cavalry returned to the Memphis area for patrols along the Memphis & Charleston RR and conduct raids into northern Mississippi. So it is possible that Cody was in Oxford.
How many calvary men died at the little bighorn?
At the Battle of the Little Bighorn, which took place on June 25-26, 1876, approximately 210 cavalry soldiers from the 7th Cavalry, led by Lieutenant Colonel George Custer, were killed. This battle is one of the most famous engagements between the U.S. Army and Native American forces, resulting in a significant defeat for Custer and his men. The total number of casualties, including wounded and missing, was higher, but the exact figures can vary in historical accounts.
What was the film called with Custer's horse dandy in it?
the movies called 7th cavalry starring Randolph Scott. Dandy actually saves the day by returning to the battlefield. the sioux flee thinking custers returned from the grave!!
What regiment of the US army did Custer belong to?
The 7th Cavalry
Where was the movie 7th Cavalry filmed?
The 1956 movie "7th Cavalry" was filmed in Mexico, in the states of Mexico and Durango.
What famous general commanded the seventh Michigan Cavalry?
The 7th Michigan Cavalry was commanded by George Armstrong Custer. The 7th was part of the combined Michigan Cavalry known as the Michigan Brigade and nicknamed the Wolverines. They served with distinction at Gettysburg and many major battles until the end of the Civil War, at which point they were disbanded.
What help the seventh cavalry regiment in the Vietnam war?
The 7th Cav was a grunt unit (Airmobile Infantry, a fancy name for helicopter transported infantrymen). There were many Cavalry outfits in the Vietnam War: (Not full Regiments; the only full regiment was the 11th ACR), just to name a few: 1. 1st Cavalry Regiment 2. 4th Cavalry Regiment 3. 5th Cavalry Regiment 4. 8th Cavalry Regiment 5. 9th Cavalry Regiment 6. 10th Cavalry Regiment 7. 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment (11th ACR) 8. 12th Cavalry Regiment 9. 17th Cavalry Regiment
What was the average height of the 7th cavalry soldier in Custer's days?
During Custer's era in the 19th century, the average height of a soldier in the 7th Cavalry was approximately 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm). This average reflects the general height of American men at the time, which was notably shorter than today’s averages. Factors such as nutrition, genetics, and the time period contributed to this average height among soldiers.
How many us casualties from the 7th cavalry at la drang valley?
Two battalions, over 300 dead in 3 days of fighting.
Who was the chief of the US seventh cavalry?
The answer to your question depends on the time. Many men have commanded the 7th. George S. Patton in WW2 commanded the 7th and George Armstrong Custer commanded the 7th before Little Big Horn.
What unit was George Custer the leader of?
The 7th Cavalry, United States Army when he was killed.
What are the ratings and certificates for 7th Cavalry - 1956?
7th Cavalry - 1956 is rated/received certificates of: Finland:K-16 UK:U (passed with cuts) USA:Passed (National Board of Review) USA:Approved (certificate #17766) West Germany:12 (nf)
Who led the Americans at the Battle of the Little Bighorn?
Lieutenant Colonel (Brevet Major General of Volunteers) George Armstrong Custer was the commanding officer of the Custer Battalion of the 7th Cavalry at the time of the Battle of Little Big Horn, and leader of the troops killed there with him on "last Stand Hill".
What role did wm f Cody play in the seventh kansas burning of oxford ms?
I believe the burning of Oxford, MS occurred at the same time of General Forrest's Memphis Raid on August 21, 1864. General Chalmers' forces was used as a distraction while General Forrest made his raid into Memphis. General Chalmers had to pull back which allowed the Union cavalry to capture and destroy much of Oxford.I don't know if the 7th Kansas Cavalry was involved in the attack on Oxford.The 7th Kansas Cavalry returned to Leavenworth, Kansas, in Jan & Feb 1864 to recruit replacements for soldiers who had served their time in the Army. William F. Cody, who later became known as "Buffalo Bill Cody", enlisted with the 7th Kansas Cavalry. The 7 Kansas Cavalry returned to the Memphis area for patrols along the Memphis & Charleston RR and conduct raids into northern Mississippi. So it is possible that Cody was in Oxford.
