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Dakota War of 1862
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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
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Settlers who'd fled the Dakota attacks in 1862.
Adrian J. Ebell, Minnesota Historical Society.