What occurred at the Battle of Little Bighorn 1876?

The Battle of Little Bighorn, fought on June 25-26, 1876, was a significant conflict between the United States Army and a coalition of Native American tribes, primarily the Lakota Sioux and Northern Cheyenne. Led by Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer, the U.S. forces aimed to suppress Native American resistance to westward expansion. Custer's troops were overwhelmed and defeated, leading to the deaths of him and more than 200 soldiers. This battle became a symbol of Native American resistance against U.S. military policies and is often referred to as "Custer's Last Stand."