aug 19, 1862 - US Dakota war, First Strike on New Ulm
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Hearing about the attacks, the men from New Ulm quickly build barricades in the center of the town. About 100 Dakota soldiers attack New Ulm at around 3:00 PM. After 2 hours of fighting, the Dakota break off the attack because of torrential rains. Word of the attacks reaches St Paul.
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