AP US Historyeasymcq1 pt

The Battle of Little Bighorn in 1876 is best known for

A.the defeat of George Custer's Seventh Cavalry by Lakota and Cheyenne forces led by Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse
B.the final destruction of all organized Native American resistance
C.a peace treaty that guaranteed the Black Hills to the Sioux
D.the first use of repeating rifles by the U.S. Army

Explanation

Core Concept

Custer attacked a large encampment in Montana and his command was annihilated. It was the most famous Native American victory of the Plains wars.

Correct Answer

Athe defeat of George Custer's Seventh Cavalry by Lakota and Cheyenne forces led by Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse

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