Cumbria’s Museum of Military Life, situated in Carlisle Castle, is holding a Tuesday Talk, delving into the legendary role of General Custer in the historic Battle of the Little Bighorn.

The event commences at 6pm on on February 13, with the doors opening at 5.30pm.

General Custer's exploits during 'Custer's Last Stand' — which took place near the Little Bighorn River in Montana Territory on June 25, 1876 — garnered him a reputation as a heroic albeit 'flawed' cavalry commander.

U.S. 7th Cavalry, under the leadership of Custer, clashed against the Lakota and Northern Cheyenne warriors, steered by Sitting Bull.

Despite a major defeat for the 7th Cavalry, Custer and his troupe emerged as heroic figures in American history.

This lecture intends to shed light on this 'pivotal' moment for the US 7th Cavalry and the nations of the Northern plains in the contentious war for the American West.

The Museum enjoins all interested parties to attend but suggests securing a ticket to guarantee seating.

The ticket fee stands at £5 per person, or £6 at the door.

Delivering the Tuesday talk will be Tom McMullen, a retired British Army Officer with a keen interest in social and military historian.

Currently, Mr McMullen acts as the president of the West Cumberland Branch of the Regimental Association.

A licensed bar will also be available at the event.

Reservations can be made by calling 01228 532774, by emailing enquiries@cmoml.org, or online at https://bit.ly/3RqKpsZ.