RW>RN> Proving the Lakotas weren't dumb savages.
 
RW> Custer divided his troops into 3 forces. One of them got counter-attacked
RW> by the indians after they attacked the southern end of the indian
RW> village.
 
Mistakes #1 and #2.
 
RW> They were cut off from Custers troops.
 
Third and final mistake.
 
RW> Depending on the size of the bear. One would do it on the small bears you
RW> have in LA.
 
That Trapdoor rifle you have is worth a bunch of money, in case you didn't
know it.  I saw a reproduction of one at my favorite site for $1600.  It's
a 45/70 with a 26" barrel.
 
RW> Sometimes, there is no choice. When a bear is charging you on all fours,
RW> the only target you have is his head. If you aim at his nose, you should
RW> hit him in the chest too.
 
If the bear stands up, it is advantageous to you.  Bigger target than the
head, but I know what you mean.
 
RW> Best shot would be a broadside just behind the front arm. If the shot
RW> doesn't kill him, he won't be able to run very fast because of the wound,
RW> although some have.
 
If there is time to think about that.  (-:  Most would panic and I have a
feeling I'd be close to doing that myself.
 
 
Regards,
 
Roger

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