description Flashman and the Redskins Overview
Flashman and the Redskins is a 1982 historical novel by George MacDonald Fraser, forming part of the Flashman Papers series. It chronicles the adventures of the cowardly antihero Sir Harry Flashman as he navigates the 19th-century American frontier. The narrative is split into two distinct periods, ultimately culminating in Flashman's presence at the 1876 Battle of the Little Bighorn during the Great Sioux War.
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Does Harry Flashman fight in the Battle of the Little Bighorn?
Yes, in *Flashman and the Redskins*, the cowardly protagonist manages to be present at the famous Battle of the Little Bighorn in 1876. True to his nature, he survives the massacre by hiding and fleeing rather than fighting.
What time periods does *Flashman and the Redskins* cover?
The novel is split into two distinct parts, covering Flashman's early days on the American frontier in 1849 and his return during the Great Plains Indian Wars in 1876. This structure allows Fraser to explore both the California Gold Rush and the Sioux Wars.
Which real historical figures appear in *Flashman and the Redskins*?
The book features a wide array of 19th-century historical figures, including George Armstrong Custer and Spotted Tail. Flashman interacts closely with prominent Native American leaders, mountain men, and frontier personalities.
Is *Flashman and the Redskins* historically accurate?
Despite Flashman being a fictional coward, George MacDonald Fraser meticulously researched the American West to ensure the historical backdrop is highly accurate. The novel includes extensive footnotes explaining the real historical context and figures.
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