If you’ve been a regular reader of my column, you’ve likely noticed that I enjoy writing about the U.S.-Dakota War of 1862, sometimes referred to as the “Sioux Uprising.” Not only do I ...

Can you believe that we are in August already? The sun is high, the cicadas are buzzing, and if you look closely you can see the end of summer in sight. It’s a time of year that means ...

a mass hanging in Mankato in the aftermath of the U.S.-Dakota War of 1862. “Today we ride for the ones who we lost,” said Jimmy Hallum, who had led a group known as the Dakota Exiles Ride from ...

It recounts the Dakota War of 1862, also known as the Sioux Uprising, which, until exceeded by the tragic events of Sept. 11, had the highest number of civilians killed on American soil. Thomas’ other ...

In recognition of the 150th anniversary of the U.S.-Dakota War, Governor Mark Dayton has declared Friday a Day of Remembrance and Reconciliation. Five settlers in Meeker County were killed by a group ...