Extra June 27, 2012 Photos: Dakota War of 1862 Related Episode Act Two Indians at Mankato; they were found guilty for their actions during the Dakota Conflict. Public execution of 38 Dakota Illustration by W. H. Childs, 12/26/1862.Courtesy to Pioneer Press: Minnesota Historical Society Settlers who'd fled the Dakota attacks in 1862.Adrian J. Ebell, Minnesota Historical Society. Share