aug 19, 1862 - U.S. Dakota War, First Strike on New Ulm
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At 3:00 p.m, about a hundred Dakota warriors attack New Ulm, going against the men who have built barricades in the town. Due to pouring rains, the Dakota stop the attack after 2 hours of fighting. Henry Sibley goes after the Dakota with his forces.
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U.S. Dakota War Timeline- Maeve Edgar
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