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Thomas Weir (American soldier) attempt to aid Custer

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The hill here is called Weir Peak where Captain Weir left Reno and Benteen at Reno Hill and tried to aid Custer.  His view from here made him realize that the Indians has finished with Custer and were headed toward him.  By this time Benteen had arrived and the decided to make a stand.

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Captain Thomas Benton Weir (1838–1876) was an officer in the 7th Cavalry Regiment (United States), notable for his participation in the Battle of the Little Bighorn, also known as Custer's Last Stand, where Weir led a force that attempted to come to Custer's aid, but was driven back to established defensive positions. A hill on the battlefield, Weir Point, is named in his honor and marks the furthest point of the advance of the would-be relief force.

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