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A FIRST EDITION OF "FOLLOWING THE GUIDON", BY ELIZABETH B. CUSTER, WIDOW OF GENERAL GEORGE ARMSTRONG

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A FIRST EDITION OF  FOLLOWING THE GUIDON , BY ELIZABETH B. CUSTER, WIDOW OF GENERAL GEORGE ARMSTRONG
Illustrated. Harper Brothers, Franklin Square, New York, 1890. In a specially-made slip case to protect the gilt-emboseed green leather cover, which is further emblazoned with guidons and crossed bullets. The slip case spine gilt-stamped with title, author, a horse head, an Indian chief, a flag shield and rosette. This book is a continuation of Elizabeth Custer`s life and experiences with her husband during the years 1867-1879. It includes the author`s description of the march into Indian Territory, dealing with scouts, the Battle of the Washita, Indian prisoners and trials, hunting records, Army house-keeping, Indian captivity of white women, etc. Dustin 76; Luther, Custer High Spots 6; Rader 1008. Both slip case and book in excellent condition. The front inside cover with a bookplate.