They Died with Their Boots On(1941)

movie - first aired/released 1941-11-20 - audience 6.7

Directed by Raoul Walsh

The story follows General George Armstrong Custer's adventures from his West Point days to his death. He defies orders during the Civil War, trains the 7th Cavalry, appeases Chief Crazy Horse and later engages in bloody battle with the Sioux nation.