9h 43min, sep 2, 1862 y - Battle of Birch Coulee
Description:
While collecting and burying civilian remains, on Sibley’s orders, a group of US soldiers are attacked by the Dakota. This was one of the hardest fought battles in the war. The US soldiers were forced under siege by the Dakota for 36 hours before they are saved by a relief detachment.Added to timeline:
Date:
9h 43min, sep 2, 1862 y
Now
~ 161 years ago
