The story traces George and Tom Custer and other men of the 7th Cavalry, as well as spotlighting the leaders of their deadly enemies, Sioux and Cheyenne. Reno and Benteen fail their leader, and Custer's direct command perishes before the strength of their enemies. The Indians gathered into a large village full of warriors, with their families, and they were ready to take on the whole U.S. army if necessary, to save their way of life, their honor, and their freedom to live a life they found very fulfilling.