My debut upon the world's stage occurred on February 26th, 1845.
I had many enemies among the Sioux; I would be running considerable risk in meeting them.
But the love of adventure was in father's blood.
The first presentation of my show was given in May, 1883, at Omaha, which I had then chosen as my home. From there we made our first summer tour, visiting practically every important city in the country.
General Custer was a close observer and student of personal character.
I was persuaded now that I was destined to lead a life on the Plains.