Dakota War of 1862
August 17 – December 26, 1862
Result United States victory
Eastern Dakota bands attacked settlers and soldiers in Minnesota after the U.S. failed to pay treaty money and food. The U.S. Army defeated them, 38 Dakota men were hanged at Mankato, and the Dakota were expelled from the state.
Battles 4
August 18, 1862
August 19, 1862
Battles of New Ulm
Santee Sioux defeat (attacks repulsed; city temporarily evacuated following day)
New Ulm
August 20–22, 1862
September 23, 1862
