James S. Brust

About the Author

James S. Brust is a distinguished historian and photographer whose passion for American military history has led to insightful explorations of pivotal battlefields. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to preserving historical narratives through visual storytelling, Brust bridges the past and present in his work. His book 'Where Custer Fell: Photographs of the Little Bighorn Battlefield Then and Now' masterfully juxtaposes contemporary images with archival photographs, offering readers a vivid journey through the site of the infamous 1876 battle. A longtime resident of the American West, Brust draws on extensive fieldwork and research to illuminate lesser-known aspects of frontier conflicts, making complex history accessible and engaging for both scholars and enthusiasts alike.