General George Armstrong Custer Birthplace
Born in New Rumley in northern Harrison County on December 5, 1839, George
Armstrong Custer became one of the most controversial military leaders in our
country's history. Following his graduation from West Point, Custer served the
Union Army in the Civil War, rapidly rising in rank, attaining the rank of
Brevet General. Following the war, he served throughout the west, meeting his
death at the Battle of the Little Bighorn on June 25, 1876. A statue and
historical markers are located in a park dedicated to Custer in New Rumley.
The Custer Memorial Association holds several events annually, including
Custer days in June and a celebration of General Custer's birthday.