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Benteen, Frederick William, 1834-1898

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1834-08-24 - 1898-06-22

Biography

Frederick William Benteen was a military officer who first fought during the American Civil War.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Benteen-Goldin Papers, 1891-1896

 Collection
Identifier: MC-1947-16
Scope and Contents

Letters from Benteen, senior captain under Custer in the 7th Cavalry at the Battle of Little Big Horn, to Theodore W. Goldin, a private in “G” troop at the same battle, criticizing Custer’s private live as well as his military tactics in battles.

Dates: 1891 - 1896