Historical Events tagged with "new ulm"

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Military & Warfare

Lakota Warriors Attack New Ulm Settlers

August 19th, 1862 162 years ago

During an uprising in Minnesota, tensions mounted as Lakota warriors faced a dilemma at Fort Ridgely. Opting against an assault on the heavily fortified post, they redirected their efforts towards the settlement of New Ulm. En route, the warriors attacked white settlers, resulting in several casualties that underscored the conflict's intensity. The situation was fueled by growing resentment towards the U.S. government and broken treaties, culminating in violence against settlers in the region.

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