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The Battle of Little Bighorn, fought on June 25-26, 1876, was distinctive due to its dramatic outcome, where a coalition of Native American tribes, including the Lakota Sioux and Northern Cheyenne, decisively defeated the U.S. Army's 7th Cavalry led by Lieutenant Colonel George Custer. This battle is often referred to as "Custer's Last Stand," highlighting Custer's controversial tactics and underestimation of his opponents. It represented a significant moment in the larger context of the Plains Wars and underscored the tensions between Native Americans and U.S. expansionism. The battle became a symbol of Native resistance and the tragic consequences of U.S. policies toward Indigenous peoples.

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