Charles Windolph Obituary Added

Charles Windolph was one of the better known enlisted men in the 7th Cavalry. There are a few reasons for this...

First, he was only a handful of troopers to have a book published of his exploits. I FOUGHT WITH CUSTER has become to be considered a first rate primary account of life in Custer's outfit as well as giving glimpses into the Little Big Horn mystery.

Second, Windolph performed well during the battle. He was selected as one of the sharpshooters assigned to protect the water carriers during their trips to the river and back. The sharpshooters stood exposed to Indian snipers while providing a cover fire for their comrades.

Third, Windolph was one of the last living survivors of the fight. He lived well into the 20th century, dying in Lead, South Dakota, on March 11, 1950. He was therefore the subject of many articles and even appeared in a radio interview. Unlike most of his fellow troopers, there are many newspaper and magazine articles dealing with Windolph. A typical trooper was lucky to have one photo taken of himself during his lifetime. Windolph lived into the age of general public photography.

Today I have added another obituary for Windolph. This one is from the March 12, 1950 edition of The Sunday Star from Washington, DC.

Windolph Obituary - The Sunday Star - Washington, DC - March 12, 1950

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