42-Star 7th Cavalry Regiment Parade Guidon, Printed "7A", Circa 1889-1890

Presented is 42-star 7th Cavalry Regiment parade guidon, dating to 1889-1890. The guidon is printed in cotton, and stenciled over with a “7” over crossed swords of the 7th Cavalry Regiment. The flag also has a stenciled “A” indicating the specific troop.  The 7th Cavalry Regiment, formed in 1866, played a prominent role in the U.S. Army, particularly during the Indian Wars. Led by the charismatic Lieutenant Colonel Custer, the regiment saw action in famous battles, like the Battle of Washita and the Battle of the Little Bighorn. In the 1880s and 1890s, the 7th Cavalry Regiment continued to play a significant role in policing Native American uprisings and frontier conflicts. Following Custer's death, the regiment was led by various commanders, including Colonel James W. Forsyth, who took command in 1886. The 7th Cavalry's activities during this period included suppressing Ghost Dance ceremonies in the 1890s and the tragic Wounded Knee Massacre and Drexel Mission Fight.  This 7th Cavalry