George Custer: Tragic Hero

George Armstrong Custer: Tragic Hero George Armstrong Custer has always been recognized as a hero for his bravery during the Civil War and Indian wars. But, although he achieved great success during his short military life, he was doomed for failure. Custer was a fearless leader, and his life and those of his regiment that he led were ended by something that he should have feared: 2000 Indian warriors. George Custer aspired to being a soldier …

…realization of his swiftness and mislogic must have been terrifying, as his downfall was at hand. Custer excelled as a military leader, which was confirmed by his quick ascension through the ranks. But he was young and inexperienced, and the same characteristics that gave him the prospects to become a skilled general also led to his downfall. He was met with by an early yet dignified death, even though he had made a grave mistake.