Custer at the Alamo

by Gregory Urbach

Sent 40 years into the past by a spell of Chief Sitting Bull, General George Custer and the Seventh Cavalry join Davy Crockett to defend the Alamo against Mexican forces under the command of General Antonio López de Santa Anna.

Genres: Alternate History

329 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 1, 2013

Reviews

[Gary Sundell · Rating 4 out of 5]

A five star read, marred by the need for another proofreading. The book loses 1 star for the inept editing. Missing words would be the most common error I found. Despite that, I really enjoyed this book. Custer and a portion of the 7th Cavalry are mystically transported back in time. Will they make a difference at the Alamo. Will they even fight in that battle, given that Houston is drafting a constitution making Texas a slave holding Republic. Crockett and Custer discuss Andy Jackson's horrid treatment of the Cherokee.

[Chuck Slaughter · Rating 4 out of 5]

When I first bought this for a kindle read (at a bargain price), I expected the typical below average time travel book. It turned out to be significantly above average and dealt seriously with the history of the Alamo. Once it became an alternative history novel rather than simply time travel, the book got even more interesting. When I finished, I even thought it would be nice to have a sequel, which I would definitely read.

[Barry · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an exciting and enjoyable read. As with most children of my generation I grew up with Walt Disney's Davy Crocket and with books and movies portaying Custer's last stand and the Alamo. This alternative history beautifully combined them and puts Custer and men from the 7th cavalry back in time to the Alamo.

[Charles van Buren · Rating 5 out of 5]

CUSTER as a real hero?

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OK. I'll tell the truth. I liked this well written book. I liked it even though George Custer is one of my favorite villains - vain, reckless, foolish and lucky up until the end. I studied under, served under and knew(know) many fine army officers and NCO's. Not one of them had a kind word for Custer. One of my friends who has led men in combat growled, "Custer! He got what he deserved...His men didn't." This and my own study of history make it hard for me to accept him as a cool-headed, sensible commander. Even so this is a fine alternate history novel with a plausible premise.

[Nicholas · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am no expert on either Custer or the Alamo, but I found this speculative work to be engaging and informative in equal measure. Experiencing events through Custer's viewpoint was an interesting exercise and I was delighted that Davy Crockett was depicted as the sympathetic character I fondly recall from the monochrome TV adventures of my childhood.

A thoroughly enjoyable read.

[Vikas Datta · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very well plotted, and plausible story... Enjoyed the interplay of Custer and Crockett

[Samanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Turtledove Beware!

In a superb alternate history, Custer & the doomed 7th Cavalry are transported 40 years in the past & several hundred miles south to a location in the Mexican province that will become Texas. Unable to aid men he fought in his personal past, Custer finds he's also unwilling to abandon the charismatic David (NOT "Davy") Crockett, who has pledged to stay at the Alamo. Can Custer and his few gallant men change their future … by saving the Alamo.…?

[John Froemke · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best novel in years.

Liked the history in this book. I learned many new things about people places and the times in which this book covers.

As an alternate history fan it was fantastic.

As an adventure Novel and as a war Novel this was great because of the action scenes that were well written.

My compliments to the author.

[Rebecca Branch · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredible fun and white knuckle excitement

I enjoy alternative history and write time-travel novels myself. I enjoyed every page of this thrilling and believable tale. I will now start reading about many of the characters presented. I highly recommend this book.

[Robert · Rating 5 out of 5]

A strange new look at alternative history....fun to imagine.

[Phillip Mclaughlin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Entertaining , time travel with a historical figure jumping from one crisis to another is great.

[Rip Lowe · Rating 5 out of 5]

fun read

My second time reading! Always a romp! Just enough detail and history to keep imagination flowing. Will read again! I wished there were more.

[Ezekiel Carsella · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[Jerry Hinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

excellent

[Philip · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well tosh isn't it.

Albeit well written and entertaining tosh.

Recommended to those who thought Custer was a philanthropist.

[John · Rating 3 out of 5]

Better than I expected, though Ashokan Farewell didn't exist until late in the 20th century.